CLEAN : Mattis meets Indonesia's Widodo in Jakarta

The video discusses the critical importance of the Pacific area, particularly in maintaining maritime domain awareness in regions like the South China Sea and the North Natuna Sea. It highlights the commitment to the principles of UNCLOS, despite not having ratified it, and contrasts this with other nations that have ratified but do not adhere to it. The focus is on living by the tenants, principles, and spirit of UNCLOS, emphasizing alignment with its objectives.

Why is the Pacific area considered critical in the context of maritime domain awareness?

• It is a popular tourist destination.

• It is a major trade route.

• It has abundant natural resources.

• It is a region with significant geopolitical tensions.

What is the stance of the speaker's nation regarding UNCLOS?

• They have neither ratified nor follow it.

• They have ratified and strictly follow it.

• They have ratified it but do not follow it.

• They have not ratified it but adhere to its principles.

How does the speaker's nation compare to others in terms of UNCLOS adherence?

• They are more committed than some ratified nations.

• They are less committed than others.

• They are equally committed as all other nations.

• They are not committed at all.

What is the reason given for not signing UNCLOS?

• Disagreement with its principles.

• Specific reasons not disclosed.

• Political instability.

• Lack of resources to implement it.

Despite not signing, how does the speaker's nation view UNCLOS?

• They view it as irrelevant.

• They view it as a guideline to be ignored.

• They view it as outdated.

• They view it as a framework to be followed.