Maritime Security

U.S.-Solomon Islands shiprider agreement enhances maritime security

THE Solomon Islands’ Shiprider Agreement signed with the United States signals its intent to tighten control over its vast waters and crack down on illegal fishing and other sea-borne crime.

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Wale pushes for stronger US partnership in Washington

SOLOMON Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has used an official visit to Washington, to advance priorities on development, investment and maritime security.

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Japan backs Fiji Navy with patrol boats, security support

JAPAN has handed over a third batch of patrol boats to Fiji under its Official Security Assistance (OSA) programme, deepening a defence partnership both governments say is focused on maritime security, law enforcement

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