Source: BS
Context:
India is set to deepen maritime security engagement in Asia through closer cooperation with Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP). The move aims to promote safe and secure seas amid evolving maritime security threats.
Key Developments
- India will enhance coordination with the ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ISC), based in Singapore.
- Greater cooperation is expected with India’s Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC), which serves as the Indian Focal Point for ReCAAP.
About ReCAAP
- Established: 2006
- Members: 21 countries
- Headquarters: Singapore
- Nature: Government-to-government regional framework
- Objective:
- Combat piracy and armed robbery against ships
- Enhance maritime security and safety
- India is a founding member.
