Ch16 Maritime Risk Intelligence

Stemming the tide of piracy in Southeast Asia

The International Chamber of Commerce published a new report on piracy and armed robbery against ships early this year.

Combating piracy in the world’s most dangerous waters

The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution on combating piracy in West Africa. Norway and Ghana introduced the initiative and led the negotiation process leading up to the resolution.

UN authorisation to fight piracy in Somali waters lapses

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has not extended a resolution for the fight against piracy and armed robbery at sea within Somalia’s territorial waters.