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January 2007

Week 1-2 (1 - 13 January 2007)
Malaysia's MISC sees soft shipping rates ahead Sea rescue drama: swift action saves 10 after boat capsizes Singapore powers ahead US warship 'Trenton' to join Indian fleet

Week 3 (14 - 20 January 2007)
ASEAN reinforces international cooperation vs. terrorism Asian leaders sign energy security pact BIMP-EAGA commitment China, Vietnam agree to complete border markings before 2008 Malaysia to host counter-terrorism dialogue National maritime conference to come up with reform plan A new security arc in East Asia











Week 4 & 5 (21 - 31 January 2007)
Are we ready for a global meltdown? ARF conducts first-ever maritime exercise in Singapore ASEAN Regional Forum conducts maritime security shore exercise in Singapore Eaga shows clear signs of growth Global pirate attacks in 2006 dip to lowest in 8 years, says maritime watchdog Jakarta bans sand exports to Singapore Japanese coast guard to hold anti-piracy exercises with Malaysia, Thailand Malaysia has potential to be maritime hub Mangrove shelter Philippines to revise maritime laws Pirates in retreat – IMB

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