MCIP 3-03.1i — Maritime Stability Operations

MCIP 3-03.1i governs maritime stability operations, including maritime planning, naval force tasks, and the maritime environment.

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  • Publication number: MCIP 3-03.1i
  • Title: MARITIME STABILITY OPERATIONS
  • Date: 25 May 2012
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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MCIP 3-03.1i covers stability operations, the maritime environment, planning considerations, functions and tasks, training, and country team perspectives. It identifies tasks performed by naval forces and provides authoritative interim doctrine requiring liberal judgment in its application.

Applies to: Within this publication, the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard constitute the Naval Service and the naval forces.

Topics covered

  • Maritime stability operations
  • Maritime environment
  • Maritime planning considerations
  • Naval force tasks
  • Maritime security and safety
  • Foreign humanitarian assistance
  • Maritime rule of law
  • Training and education

Questions and answers

What does MCIP 3-03.1i say must be addressed in maritime stability operations?

The purpose of this publication is to highlight the unique aspects of stability operations in the maritime domain that must be addressed by the joint force commander and his planning staff. (paragraph 2)

What planning guidance does MCIP 3-03.1i provide for maritime stability operations?

As planning guidance for maritime stability operations, this doctrine is intended for eventual incorporation in future editions of Joint Publication 3-07, Stability Operations. (paragraph 2)

What tasks does MCIP 3-03.1i identify for naval forces?

Recognizing that stability operations require a whole of government approach for responding to instability, this publication is intended to inform both military and civilian planners concerning the unique aspects of the maritime stability operations and to identify and to describe those tasks performed by naval forces. (paragraph 2)

What change does the erratum make to the publication number?

Change all instances of MCIP 3-33.02, Maritime Stability Operations, to MCIP 3-03.1i, Maritime Stability Operations. (paragraph 1)

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