Mustafa BAŞKARA

Mustafa BAŞKARA is an Assistant Professor at Ankara University Faculty of Law, Department of Commercial Law. His work focuses on maritime law, international legal frameworks, and blue economy concepts.

• PhD in Private Law (2017-2019), Ankara University
• LL.M. in Maritime Law (2015-2019), Queen Mary University of London
• Bachelor's in Law (2009-2013), Ankara University
• Associate Degree in Foreign Trade (2010-2012), Anadolu University

His research spans maritime law, commercial law, and international legal cooperation. Recent projects include analysis of Turkey's maritime sovereignty in wind energy and marine spatial planning under EU agreements.

Over the past five years, his publications examine maritime disputes, seafarer rights, and climate diplomacy. He contributes to international law symposia and has co-authored works on Turkey's legal strategies in Eastern Mediterranean conflicts.

He serves as Assistant Editor for ASBÜ Bilişim Hukuku Dergisi (2019-2020) and DEHUKAM Deniz Hukuku Dergisi (2020). Collaborations include work with Ismail Demir (2020-2021) and researchers in 2024 climate change studies.