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Singapore Assumes ASEAN Leadership Role to Tackle Transnational Crime and Maritime Threats

Singapore has officially taken over as chair of the ASEAN Working Group on Counter-Terrorism and Transnational Organised Crime, signaling a strengthened commitment to combating maritime crime and addressing broader regional security challenges. The announcement was made during the ASEAN Regional Forum on Counter-Terrorism held in Jakarta, Indonesia, from March 20 - 21. The event gathered…

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Over 600,000 Counterfeit Electrical Products Seized in Bangkok Warehouse Raid

Authorities have seized over 600,000 counterfeit electrical products from a warehouse in Bangkok’s Bang Khun Thian district, following a coordinated crackdown by the Ministry of Industry. The enforcement action was in response to reports of widespread distribution of uncertified electrical items, which pose serious safety hazards. The raid targeted a warehouse operated by a company…

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Chemical Trailer Plunges Into Sea After Collision on Malaysia Bridge

An incident unfolded on the Second Link bridge when a trailer carrying chemicals plunged into the sea following a collision with another chemical tanker. The accident occurred at Km0.8 of the Plus highway's Second Link, near the Malaysian border checkpoint, at approximately 5:41 PM, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Personnel from the Iskandar…

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Empowering Resilience: Combat Against Maritime Drug & Illicit Trafficking TAPA APAC’s insights at the Maritime Security Webinar Co-hosted by PKA and MIMA

On the celebration of 60 years of operations by the Port Klang Authority (PKA) of Malaysia,  Transported Asset Protection Association Asia Pacific (TAPA APAC) participated in the hybrid webinar event titled "Maritime Security: Challenges of a Trading Nation", co-hosted by PKA and the Maritime Institute of Malaysia (MIMA). The event was held on the 1st…

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Hong Kong Customs Seizes $1 Million Worth of Counterfeit Products at River Trade Terminal

Hong Kong Customs recently confiscated counterfeit goods valued at $1 million at the Tuen Mun River Trade Terminal Customs Cargo Examination Compound. The counterfeit goods include approximately 900 items, 1,300 suspected smuggled nicotine-containing electronic cigarettes, and 6,100 electronic cigarette accessories. This operation was carried out after a careful risk assessment of a 40-foot container that arrived in…

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Mine Attack on a Freight Train Delays Yangon-Mandalay Passenger Express Train Schedules

According to the Station Master of Yangon Railway Station, on August 18, a mine attack targeted a freight train traveling from Mandalay to Yangon. This incident led to temporary suspension of the Yangon-Mandalay passenger express train schedules. The specific train involved was the 924 downstream train, and the explosion occurred between Kanyut Kwin and Taw Kywein…

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