Enhancing Maritime Security cooperation among ARF countries Mr Daniel Smith Director North ASEAN, International Policy Division

Key points Open information sharing Capacity building Confidence building

Open information sharing Internal - Communication among ARF members External - Coordination between ARF and other security bodies –ADMM-Plus –East Asia Summit –ASEAN Maritime Forum –ReCAAP, WPNS, IONS, IMO, etc

Capacity building Australias efforts Prioritise ARF members for maritime security training Exchanges, fellowships, technical training Joint exercises Ship riders

Confidence building Regular seminars/workshops Notification of naval activities Observers at navy exercises Exchanging information on capabilities Complying with maritime rules Ship visits

Summary Multilevel, multilateral effort Update on ADMM-Plus Maritime Security EWG