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personnel to recognise and respond to cyber threats.” “Our ability to trade, the tourism that comes with being a Your go-to carrier
Nand notes that the Pacific’s international ports must align coastal nation, and the seabed cables that connect us to the
with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) global financial system and the internet are all dependent on in the South Pacific.
Code, which includes cybersecurity components. secure and resilient maritime infrastructure.”
Regional collaboration is vital in addressing these Commodore Andrew Brown, the Acting Chief of Navy for
challenges. New Zealand, added that we should treat climate change as a
The Maritime Technology Cooperation Centre (MTCC) threat to maritime security. NPDL’s South Pacific
Pacific, an initiative aligned with the International Maritime “Climate change has a roll-on effect that affects a nation’s network includes three Inbound to please
Organization (IMO) and the Global Maritime Network, focuses ability to be secure and prosperous,” Brown said. newly enhanced services
on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from maritime Looking ahead, the Pacific Ports Vision 2030-2050
activities. Recognition Framework offers a roadmap for enhancing port linking importers with
The initiative is part of a broader effort to address climate resilience. California, Asia, Australia
change through the IMO’s Marine Environment Protection The framework is expected to outline initiatives for & New Zealand. You can
Committee and the GHG reduction strategy. greening ports, improving operational efficiency, reducing
While MTCC Pacific does not directly handle cybersecurity carbon footprints, and preventing marine pollution. rely on NPDL for second
issues, it aims to promote the alignment of ports with the ISPS It is aimed to provide a strategic guide for countries to -to-none service and
Code and advocates for the implementation of maritime single move towards greater sustainability in port operations. first-class cargo care.
windows to streamline port processes and enhance efficiency. Minister Toumo’ua also underscores the importance of
The Pacific Islands Forum has also facilitated dialogue international support in delivering on these ambitions.
among member states on maritime cybersecurity. “The support from our international partners is invaluable
The recent South West Pacific Heads of Maritime Forces in our efforts to strengthen our maritime infrastructure and
(SWPHMF) meeting in Nuku’alofa, which gathered together cybersecurity,” he said.
navy leaders from 14 nations, further emphasised this theme. “We rely on this assistance to build capacity, implement
“There is no economic security without maritime security best practices, and ensure that our ports and shipping routes
for our nations,” Australia’s Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Mark are secure and resilient.” With our finely Neptuned service
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