Publication

In this contribution to the workshop "Defence Policies and Maritime Security in Asia" held on 30 September 2011, the author addresses piracy and maritime terrorism. Protecting the Sea Lanes of Communication (SLOCs) is in the core interest of Asian and European nations because most of our bilateral trade is conducted by sea. The author argues that if we understanding security policy in a more comprehensive way, meaning that the political, economic, social, ecological and military dimensions are considered together, then piracy and maritime terrorism can only be fought successfully in cooperation between state institutions and the private sector.