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#06-153
Sept 13, 2006
Maritime Security
and Technology Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific
HONOLULU - In August,
APCSS hosted the Maritime Security and Technology Cooperation in the
Asia-Pacific conference.
The objective for this conference was to discuss challenges and
opportunities in technology cooperation in Asia-Pacific maritime
security. Additional objectives include a discussion of the lessons
learned and best practices in improving the maritime technology
environment in the region; an assessment of the possibilities for
system- and region-wide approaches toward establishing Maritime Domain
Awareness and interoperability of platforms; and a discussion of
existing and future models and approaches for maritime security
technology cooperation.
“The conference is an initial effort towards creating a common frame of
reference in addressing Asia-Pacific maritime issues,” said Dr. Virginia
Bacay Watson. “At the core of the conference is the notion that
technology cooperation in maritime security means the development of
alliances---regional alliances in the realm of scientific and technical
knowledge that will serve to strengthen existing partnerships and
instrumental in creating new ones.”
According to one participant: “APCSS serves in a critical role as a
forum for frank and open discussion among all the many nations sharing
serious challenges in maritime security. These are vital issues for
world economic and political stability.”
“Many shared issues exist," said another conference participant. “There
is strength in partnered efforts, [and] further work is needed.”
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The
APCSS addresses regional and global security issues, inviting military and
civilian representatives of the United States and 45 Asia-Pacific nations to
its comprehensive program of courses and conferences, both in Hawaii and
throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The Center supports the U.S. Pacific
Command’s objective of developing professional and personal ties among
national security establishments throughout the region. APCSS focuses on
a multilateral and multi-dimensional approach to defining and addressing
regional security issues and concerns. The most beneficial result is
building relationships of trust and confidence among future leaders and
decision-makers within the region.
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