Security gaps muddy waters for Malaysia’s blue economy ambitions
Malaysia’s ambitions for developing the blue economy face challenges due to security gaps allowing foreign trawlers to illegally fish in waters off Terengganu. These incursions, occurring near Pulau Redang and Pulau Bidong, threaten local fishermen and highlight cross-border maritime security issues in the South China Sea.
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Security gaps muddy waters for Malaysia’s blue economy ambitions
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