- The DCoC-JA workshop (10–21 November 2024) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, focused on combating piracy, armed robbery, and other maritime threats.
- Participants included government representatives, maritime centers, and partner organizations from the Western Indian Ocean and Gulf of Aden regions.
- Key outcomes included the development of a unified maritime security strategy and terms of reference for new sub-working groups targeting critical security themes.
- A finalized regional maritime security strategy is expected to be adopted in 2025.
Addressing Maritime Security Threats
The Djibouti Code of Conduct Jeddah Amendment (DCoC-JA) aims to combat piracy and illicit maritime activities in the Western Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Aden. As reported by Safety4Sea, a two-week workshop at the Jeddah Academy for Maritime Science and Security Studies brought together stakeholders to develop coordinated strategies to tackle these threats.
Participants recognized the importance of harmonizing regional mechanisms and worked to create national and regional maritime security risk registers, providing a solid foundation for a unified response to evolving challenges.
Enhancing Regional Cooperation and Coordination
Delegates emphasized strengthening cooperation, communication, and coordination across maritime security entities at national and regional levels. The workshop also outlined terms of reference for new DCoC sub-working groups focused on four thematic areas:
- Port and Ship Security
- Protection of Vital Coastal Installations
- Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing
- Maritime Environmental Protection
Pathway to a Regional Maritime Security Strategy
The workshop outcomes will contribute to the High-Level Meeting on DCoC/JA Implementation, scheduled for 28–30 November 2024 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The discussions are expected to culminate in a comprehensive regional maritime security strategy, to be finalized and presented for adoption at the 2025 High-Level Meeting.
Diverse and Inclusive Participation
Representatives from nations including Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Maldives, Oman, Seychelles, Somalia, and Tanzania participated in the workshop. Regional organizations such as the Regional Centre for Operational Coordination (RCOC – Seychelles), the Regional Maritime Information Fusion Center (RMIFC – Madagascar), and the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) were also involved. International contributors included the Indian Navy, INTERPORTPOLICE, and the International Maritime Organization, showcasing the broad commitment to maritime security in the region.
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Source: safety4sea
