G1. Maritime areas and geopolitics at the heart of a globalised world

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Assess the main factors affecting maritime trade patterns.
How far do you agree that the geostrategic importance of maritime areas is a source of international conflict, rather than cooperation?
The benefits of the emergence of new maritime routes in the Arctic far outweigh the constraints. Discuss the validity of this view.
Examine the reasons for geopolitical tension over maritime areas you have studied.
Evaluate the importance of maritimisation as a factor in the organisation of the global economy.
With reference to Britain or France, and other examples you have studied, discuss the role of the major economic powers in maritime areas.

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