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US joins Asian anti-piracy organisation ReCAAP

US joins Asian anti-piracy organisation ReCAAP
The US has become the 20th nation to join Asian anti-piracy information sharing centre ReCAAP.

Although ReCAAP is based in Singapore and covers the Asian region it accepts membership from nations outside the region.

"The US' accession to ReCAAP signifies the growing strength of the ReCAAP network and demonstrates the importance of international cooperation to effectively address the challenges in combating piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia," ReCAAP said.

This year has seen growing concern over piracy in Southeast Asia this year with 17 small tankers attacked to steal their cargoes. Of the 17 attacks 12 were successful.

The Asian Shipowners Forum (ASF) Safe Navigation & Environment Committee last week called for government action on piracy in Southeast Asia and East Africa. In relation to Southeast Asia incidents it urged shipowners to follow the recommendations of ReCAAP.