Maritime issues are trans-boundary
  • Marine pollution & piracy
  • Growing threat of marine terrorism

If ASEAN intends to tackle maritime security issues,
  • they'll have to face sensitive issues such as the involvement of national security agencies & unsettled maritime boundaries

Indonesia suggested establishment of forum
  • Deals with ASEAN's maritime disputes
  • Existence of inherent problems: Structure, Function, Funding, Staffing, Level of participation