The ReCAAP ISC has issued its weekly report in order to inform of the incidents that occurred during the period 24 – 30 January 2017 and provide proper recommendation as well.
Specifically, two incidents were reported to the ReCAAP ISC during that period.
Recommendations
The ReCAAP ISC urges ship master and crew to report all incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships to the nearest coastal State and flag State, exercise vigilance and adopt relevant preventive measures taking reference from the Regional Guide to Counter Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships in Asia, particularly when operating in areas of concern.
The ReCAAP ISC reiterates its advisory to all ships as highlighted in the Incident Alert dated 21 November 2016 on the abduction incidents in the Sulu-Celebes Sea and waters off eastern Sabah.
The location of the incidents as shown in the map below.
You may find out more by reading the report herebelow
Source: Safety4Sea