The Indian navy has said that unilateralism and non-adherence to international norms by certain countries constitute the main concern for ensuring maritime security. <br/><br/>Speaking at the 8th Galle face dialogue in Colombo today, Vice Admiral of Indian navy Karambir Singh said traditional maritime security concerns like interstate disputes essentially arise out of certain trust deficit and further complicated by narrow, over nationalistic interpretations. <br/><br/>Recalling the settlement of maritime boundary between Indian and Bangladesh, the Admiral said major disputes can be resolved satisfactorily if countries are driven by the spirit of cooperation and respect for international laws. <br/><br/>He also asserted that security of any country should be based on self-governance and self-sufficiency adding that quick -fix solutions may result in the strategic autonomy of a nation becoming dependent on external crutches. <br/><br/>The comments assume significance as Sri Lanka has accepted big-ticket investments from Chinese companies in Colombo and Hambantota ports which strategists believe can affect the strategic balance in Indian Ocean region. <br/><br/>Galle face dialogue is an annual event, organized by Sri Lankan navy and participated by nations across the globe to discuss issues related to maritime security and cooperation.