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On the occasion of Belgium’s EU Presidency, Royal Higher Institute for Defence organised a Maritime Security Seminar on April 16th, with the aim of providing concrete reflections and recommendations to the presidency for the EU's maritime security policy. Senior researcher at CMS, Katja Lindskov Jacobsen, was invited as a speaker to share insights from her research on maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea. Her key points were as follows:   Both piracy and efforts to address piracy need to be perceived in a wider context, since piracy often can be linked to other criminal activities. Therefore, anti-piracy needs to be regarded as part of a wider effort to maritime security. The nations in the region have concrete perceptions of the challenges of maritime safety which need to be taken into consideration. When addressing maritime security, the geopolitical dynamics play an important role – in Sahel as well as the coastal nations bordering the Gulf of Guinea.

Japan’s maritime security policy in the Indo-Pacific The International Institute for Strategic Studies 18 Apr 2024 Robert Ward hosts Alessio Patalano, Professor of War & Strategy in East Asia at the Department of War Studies, King’s College London, Veerle Nouwens, the Executive Director of IISS-Asia, and Nick Childs, the IISS Senior Fellow for Naval Forces and Maritime Security.  Robert, Alessio, Veerle, and Nick discuss Japan’s maritime security policy in the Indo-Pacific.  Topics discussed include: Japan’s positioning of maritime security policy in relation to other domains; China’s perspective on Japan’s growing maritime capabilities; Japan’s strategic navigation between different layers of partnerships; The impact of Trump’s possible re-election on Japan’s maritime security policy. 

🌍 Strengthening Gulf of Guinea Security with Global Collaboration 🌊 In a robust display of international cooperation, West African nations recently joined forces with international allies in Exercise Grand African Nemo to tackle maritime crime across the Gulf of Guinea. Spanning over 5,700 kilometers from Senegal to Angola, this exercise united 28 nations, deploying 55 naval units, 12 aircraft, and specialized maritime personnel to address critical threats, including piracy, smuggling, and illegal fishing. With the growing complexity of these threats, enhancing regional security measures through exercises like these is crucial. Trident Group America is proud to support these global security efforts by offering advanced maritime security solutions, anti-piracy protection, and risk assessment services that bolster security operations for maritime zones. Through real-time intelligence, operational expertise, and tailored protection strategies, we help maritime operators and authorities safeguard their assets and personnel. As Ghana’s Chief of Naval Staff, Issah Adam Yakubu, highlighted, the exercise focused on building trust, information-sharing, and interoperability—key to creating a safer maritime space in the Gulf of Guinea. The exercise also supports the Yaoundé Architecture, an interregional maritime security initiative founded in 2013 that organizes this maritime area into five zones, each coordinated by Maritime Multinational Coordination Centers. At Trident Group America, we are dedicated to enhancing global maritime security by working alongside international partners to strengthen response capabilities and protect critical maritime routes worldwide. #MaritimeSecurity #GulfOfGuinea #GrandAfricanNemo #TridentGroupAmerica #PiracyPrevention #MaritimeProtection #NavalSecurity #AntiPiracy

In 2025, a remarkable mix of major shipping nations, flag states, naval powers and countries with firsthand experience of maritime security challenges will take up seats at the UN Security Council, leaving it ideally positioned to address emerging maritime threats and spearhead a unified strategic response. The diversity and depth of expertise on offer from Denmark, Greece, Panama, Pakistan and Somalia has the potential to redefine maritime security governance and set a new course for global collaboration. Learn more in UNIDIR Fellow Christian Bueger's latest commentary: unidir.org/MaritimeUNSC

Aired my views in the last panel examining the State of Cooperation between the Indian and Pacific Oceans in the @NESA_MARSEC & @brin_indonesia event "Indo-Pacific Mini-Lateral Series: Maritime Security, the Indo-Pacific, and Advancing MDA".

Red Sea Topic Week Wraps Up with Key Insights on Regional Security and Cooperation 🌍⚓ The CIMSEC Red Sea Topic Week concluded with a plethora of valuable discussions and articles that shed light on strategic, economic, and environmental issues facing the Red Sea region. The week-long event provided a platform for experts to analyze the geopolitical dynamics and propose solutions for enhancing regional security and fostering cooperation among the nations bordering the Red Sea. #RedSea #Security #Geopolitics #RegionalCooperation #InternationalRelations 🔗 Red Sea Topic Week concludes on CIMSEC https://lnkd.in/e2SVhVaU

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘄𝗮𝘆: 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮-𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 Australia and Malaysia are enhancing their defense collaboration with Operation Gateway, focusing on shared maritime security and regional stability. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: Enhanced Maritime Domain Awareness: Joint intelligence sharing and improved information exchanges. Training & Joint Patrols: Addressing both commercial and naval shipping security through collaborative efforts. A Legacy of Partnership: This initiative builds on the 2021 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and four decades of defense cooperation under the Malaysia-Australia Joint Defence Program. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: Regional Security: Ensures the security of key maritime trade routes, particularly in the South China Sea. Economic Impact: Protects vital trade pathways crucial to both nations and the wider Southeast Asia region. Legal and Policy Framework: Operates within international maritime law, upholding freedom of navigation and regional collective security obligations. Operation Gateway marks a significant step in securing a peaceful, stable, and prosperous future for the region. 🌏 #RegionalSecurity #AustraliaMalaysia #DefensePartnership Disclaimer: The Content in this post is for informational purposes only derived from references and does not constitute any professional advice. We do not claim ownership of any data or Information referenced.

Security in the Blue Pacific | Bridging borders beyond military might https://lnkd.in/gC25KqPJ A significant outcome of the conference was the emphasis on creating national security strategies that reflect the unique values and priorities of each forum member.

Maritime Security Bulletin and Geopolitical Update Re: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps and Hezbollah Have Called For The Assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (The Prime Minister of Israel Has Called For a Security Meeting in Israel as Calls for Retaliation Mount). Issued by: Sanborn Analytics Contact Email: outreach@sanbornanalytics.us   Phone: (+1)(617)539-6114 --- Date: July 31st, 2024 Overview: Sanborn Analytics issues this maritime security bulletin and geopolitical update to inform the maritime shipping community and armed naval forces at sea of significant global developments and potential threats to maritime traffic in the Eastern Mediterranean. Key Updates: 1. Security Cabinet Meeting in Israel:   - On July 31st, 2024, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a security cabinet meeting in Israel in response to increasing threats of revenge following the killing of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh. 2. Threat from Iran:   - Sanborn Analytics has learned from our Iranian HUMINT sources that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) intends to call for the assassination of a high-ranking Israeli political figure, which may include the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu. This threat is in addition to the potential for a direct large-scale military confrontation. Advisory: Sanborn Analytics continues to advise that maritime shipping firms and armed naval forces operating in the Eastern Mediterranean remain on high alert. The potential for escalated military actions or retaliatory attacks could pose significant risks to maritime operations in the region. Recommendations: - Increased Vigilance: All maritime operations should maintain heightened security measures and situational awareness. - Port Precautions: Refer to our previous advisory for specific ports in the Eastern Mediterranean where caution is advised. Stay safe and vigilant. --- Sanborn Analytics Maritime Security and Geopolitical Analysis Team #maritimesecurity #iran #hezbollah #hamas #israelhamaswar #nationalsecurity #homelandsecurity

🌊 Exciting news from Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)! On April 17, 2024, CMF, the world's largest maritime security partnership, welcomed Finland as its 43rd member 🇫🇮. Commander George Wikoff expressed his delight at Finland's entry into CMF, highlighting the country's rich history of maritime cooperation and professionalism ⚓. With a headquarters staff and five Combined Task Forces, CMF focuses on eliminating terrorism and piracy, fostering regional maritime cooperation, and ensuring a safe maritime environment for shipping and seafarers 🚢. Operating in accordance with international maritime rules and laws, CMF plays a vital role in upholding maritime security and stability across the world's seas and oceans, which are crucial for global shipping routes 🌍. CTF 150 ensures maritime security in the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman, and eastern Gulf of Aden, while CTF 151 undertakes anti-piracy missions. CTF 152 operates in the Arabian Gulf, and CTF 153 secures the western Gulf of Aden, the Red Sea, and the Bab al-Mandeb. Additionally, CTF 154, established in May, focuses on enhancing security training in the region 🛡️. CMF's 43-nation partnership is a testament to its global reach and commitment to maritime security 🌐. 👍 Follow our page to stay updated on CMF's efforts to ensure a safer maritime environment for all! #CombinedMaritimeForces #MaritimeSecurity #NavalPartnership #GlobalSecurity