CIL Research Fellow Su Wai Mon published an op-ed, "Securing Southeast Asian Waters: Formalising the Role of the ASEAN Coast Guard Forum," featured in The Interpreter by Lowy Institute. The op-ed highlights the pivotal role of the ASEAN Coast Guard Forum in combating maritime crimes across the region while ensuring transparency, open communication, and mutual understanding to strengthen cooperation among Southeast Asian nations in addressing shared maritime security challenges.

Full article can be read at: https://www.lowyinstitute.org/the-interpreter/securing-southeast-asian-waters-formalising-role-asean-coast-guard-forum