Private maritime security company (PMSC) in the Strait of Malacca. In: 5th MIMA Conference on the Straits of Malacca: Present and Future Perspectives, Prince Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. (2006)
Abstract
As a waterway used for international navigation transporting substantial amounts of the world’s cargo, the Strait of Malacca is of concern to numerous maritime
players. Recently, maritime security issues in the Strait have been in the limelight. Statistics highlighting the risk of piracy faced by shipping in the Strait
of Malacca and the possibility of a terrorist attack have led to an enhanced awareness of the need for heightened security. The declaration by Lloyd’s Joint War Committee (JWC) of the Strait as a “war risk area” has strengthened the perception that the littoral states have not done enough to make the Strait secure for international trade.
Taking advantage of this situation, private maritime security companies (PMSC) have begun offering security services for merchant ships transiting the Strait. But
their presence in the Strait raises many legal and political issues for the littoral states such as its impact on sovereignty. This paper examines options and
implications for the Malaysian government in managing this situation. Finally, attempt to answer the question posed in the title “are they here to stay ?”
| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
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| Keywords: | Strait of Malacca, Private maritime security companies, Merchant ship security |
| Taxonomy: | By Subject > Applied Sciences > Marine technology |
| Local Content Hub: | Subjects > Applied Sciences |
| Depositing User: | Farleen Azrina Zamberi |
| Date Deposited: | 01 Jun 2021 19:34 |
| Last Modified: | 01 Jun 2021 19:34 |
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