South East Asia

  • Chinese Submarine in Sri Lanka

    Chinese PLA Navy continues its push into Indian Ocean Region. Chinese submarine docks in Sri Lanka despite Indian concerns BY SHIHAR ANEEZ AND RANGA SIRILAL (Reuters) – Sri Lanka has […]

  • Singapore adds surveillance blimp

    Eye-in-the-Sky Blimp Boosts Singapore’s Spying Ability By Kyunghee Park A missing airplane and a rise in piracy attacks off the coast of Singapore has prompted the city-state to boost surveillance […]

  • Thales unveils new security kit

    New physical and electronic system offered. Thales launches Pastor counter-piracy service solution Some 90% of the world’s trade is carried by sea. In 2013, 12 vessels were hijacked, 202 were […]

  • Human Rights Supporters Rally to Protect Seafarers

    Human Rights at Sea gains traction.  Human Rights Supporters Rally to Protect Seafarers The Human Rights at Sea international maritime initiative led by English barrister David Hammond is gaining momentum […]

  • IMB notes concern over SE Asia

    Reporting body notes overall drop in piracy but concern remains over attacks in Southeast Asia.  IMB notes concern over small tanker attacks in SE Asia London, 29 October 2014 – […]

  • India enhances presence in S. China Sea

    Agreement between Vietnam and India causes a stir in China. India enhances presence in South China Sea Notwithstanding Chinese objections, India on Tuesday went ahead to enhance its presence in hydrocarbon-rich South China […]

  • China May Risk Region Instability

    Territorial disputes could spark bigger concerns. China May Risk Region Instability: Indonesia Army Chief By Andrea Tan China must not use its “great force” to create regional instability, Indonesian military chief […]

  • More hijacking incidents in S.E. Asia

    New incidents raise the total number of ships hijacked to 16 since April. More hijacking incidents in S.E. Asia Although there has been little in the way of official confirmation, […]

  • Royal Navy’s latest frigate

    New engine technology will ensure stealthy running. A Warship So Quiet, It Sneaks Up On Submarines The British Royal Navy may be the world’s most storied sea power. Its fleet […]

  • US seeks closer ties with Indonesia

    Moves to enhance overall maritime security.  US seeks to improve maritime cooperation with Indonesia Apriadi Gunawan The US government has expressed interest in improving maritime cooperation with the government following the […]