Maritime Security

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