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🇵🇭🇮🇩| These two countries are true maritime nations from Southeast Asia. 🇵🇭 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗼𝗮 - Traditional warship of the Philippines used by native Filipinos, especially by the Kapampangans and by the Visayans during sea raids, the Karakoa is also used as a trading ship during peace time. The Karakoa are equipped with platforms for transporting hundreds of native Filipino rowers and warriors, known as Joangas. 🇮🇩𝗞𝗼𝗿𝗮-𝗸𝗼𝗿𝗮 is a traditional canoe from the Maluku (Moluccas) Islands, Indonesia. They are naval boat for carrying men on raids for plunder or for slaves. In Maritime Southeast Asia, raiding for slaves was an honourable way of making a living, and the kora kora was needed for defence against raids as well as for forays. Large kora-kora is called juanga or joanga (C) https://lnkd.in/eC63njue

How essential is the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) for India’s naval operations and maritime security, considering its role in handling over one-third of the world’s bulk cargo traffic and two-thirds of its oil shipments? What are your thoughts on India's strategies to safeguard these vital maritime routes and ensure regional stability? Parent: THE GEOSTRATA #IndianOcean #MaritimeTrade #EnergySecurity #NavalPresence #Geopolitics #IOR #MaritimeSecurity #TradeRoutes #MEA

✒️ The role of the People’s Armed Forces Maritime Militia: Implications for Maritime Security and European interests 🌊 "China’s fishing operations are not merely commercial endeavors, as the fleet also serves to assert Chinese maritime claims and convey political messages and operating under military instructions. A significant component of this strategy is the People’s armed Forces maritime Militia (PAFMM), which functions as a military auxiliary force tasked with collecting military intelligence when deemed necessary. " 🔎 Niklas Swanstrom explores the multifaceted role of China’s fishing fleet, particularly the PAFMM, and its implications for international security.  ❗ This paper examines its role and implications for international order security, but also sets elements for Europeans and other regional actors to face this new form of naval warfare. ➡️ Find the paper here: https://lnkd.in/dN44abBR This paper is a EuroHub4Sino Policy Paper, published originally on European Hub for Contemporary China - EuroHub4Sino's website. Maud Descamps 邓琳, Yifei Zhu, PhD, Fatoumata Diallo, Brian Iselin

Pirate Motherships Active in Indian Ocean Recent activity in the Indian #Ocean is sparking concerns of a resurgence in Somali piracy. #Maritime Security Centre Horn of Africa (MSCHOA), which operates under the auspices of the #EuropeanUnion Naval Force (EU NAVFOR), believes at least two pirate action groups, potentially operating from motherships, are now active in the Indian Ocean. This follows a series of fishing dhow hijackings off the Somali coast since November. “The most likely scenario is that the pirates are operating from Mother Boats, searching for targets in areas where the #sea conditions allow for boarding. These remote locations are also less likely to be patrolled by international forces. The pirates approach vessels to assess whether there is an armed security team on board,” EU NAVFOR said in a bulletin issued Tuesday. The use of motherships to reach further #offshore was a common tactic used by Somali pirates more than a decade ago. In fact, recent incidents have all the hallmarks of pirate activity. https://lnkd.in/d6n3NESc

Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and has been a key element of Greek economic activity since ancient times. Today, shipping is the country's most important industry worth $21.9 billion in 2018. The responsibility of the Hellenic Navy in this respect is certainly huge. To a large extent, the future of Greece depends on the control exercised on the sea. To continue being effective, the Fleet must be a powerful, balanced and flexible instrument at the service of Greece in this uncertain and ever-changing geostrategic environment. It is vital for the Hellenic Navy to continue having the necessary means to solve the most complex and demanding situations and constantly protecting and surveilling the maritime domains of national interest. https://lnkd.in/d3MxNi-G

Good article about China's naval version of Wagner Group. The PAFMM is just their privateer force or 'militia' that they can use the way they see fit. Pretty large naval force as well.... Quote: ...these fishing vessels cannot be counted as warships, and yet they enjoy the sovereign immunity of their flag state, which is precisely the reason China has organized them—by some estimates, up to 200,000—into the PAFMM.

After the attacks of the Yemeni Houthis in the Red Sea and in response, the Guardians of Prosperity and Poseidon Archer operations launched in the region by the US-led naval coalition, the world commercial shipping through the Suez Canal has decreased to a minimum and ships going from Asia to Europe have been directed to the Cape of Good Hope in the south of Africa. Shifting of ships to long-distance routes has significantly increased cargo transportation time and most importantly, costs.

#EUNAVFOR ASPIDES: A Milestone in Maritime Security The European Union's naval operation, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, is making waves in the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Gulf regions by safeguarding international shipping routes and ensuring maritime security. On 14th , a major milestone was achieved with the beginning of the salvage operation for the SOUNION at sea. This effort showcases the crucial collaboration between naval forces, maritime authorities, and private sector experts, ensuring safe passage and the protection of vital trade routes from piracy and other threats. As a maritime professional, I applaud the bravery and precision involved in these operations. The commitment of those on the frontline not only secures our seas but also saves the seas from pollution. Kudos to all the teams involved! Photo credits: EUNAVFOR Operation ASPIDES #MaritimeSecurity #EUNAVFOR #OperationAspides #RedSea #IndianOcean #GulfOfAden #SOUNIONSalvage #MaritimeSafety #Seafarers #GlobalTrade #PiracyPrevention #ShippingIndustry

Urgent plans for a US led naval taskforce to protect shipping in the #RedSea are crucial for global #trade and #supplychain security. Not only is the '#Africa route' too long and costly, but Africa's congested seaports en route would not be able to cope with higher volumes and visitors... 🌍 😮 Is Africa missing out on a commercial opportunity? 🚢 Will the naval taskforce provide security in the Red Sea? ☠ Why are pirates in #Somalia suddenly re-emerging? PANGEA-RISK has launched a new Maritime Insight feature to cover marine security and trends in Africa and the Middle East's strategic shipping routes.

Routine monitoring of foreign navies in UK waters is routine but China's PLAN less so. Demonstrates PLAN is gaining experience and expertise in out of region deployments. https://lnkd.in/eyFEyTjD