Managing good order at sea in the Asia-Pacific

The RSIS Policy Paper Good Order at Sea in Southeast Asia – Policy Recommendations described good order at sea as follows:

Good order at sea ensures the safety and security of shipping and permits countries to pursue their maritime interests and develop their marine resources in an ecologically sustainable and peaceful manner in accordance with international law. A lack of good order at sea is evident if there is illegal activity at sea or inadequate arrangements for the safety and security of shipping. ¹