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IUU Fishing in Malaysia: A Gateway to Transnational Crime?

Authors
Nur Ashikin Yusof1, *, Kamarulnizam Abdullah2, Mohammad Zaki Ahmad1
1School Of International Studies (SOIS), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia
2Institute of Malaysia and International Studies, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Selangor, Malaysia
*Corresponding author. Email: ashikin.yusof11@gmail.com
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Nur Ashikin Yusof
Available Online 17 February 2024.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-208-8_25How to use a DOI?
Keywords
IUU Fishing; Maritime Crime; National Security; Enforcement Agencies; Malaysia
Abstract

Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing has been a common challenging issue for maritime nations. Not only it involves myriad interpretations and applications of the United Nations Law of the Sea (UNCLOS III) among maritime states but importantly, managing IUU fishing needs effective enforcement strategies and mechanism. Additionally, developing diplomatic skills among affected countries to foster cooperation is crucial in overcoming the challenges. This study asserts that the lack of coordination and policy implementation has, thus far, contributed to the issue of illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in Malaysia. The numerous law enforcement agencies in the country addressing this issue, combined with unclear and overlapping laws, exacerbate gaps in law enforcement. It is believed that illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities are not only conducted by foreign individual vessels but also organized by transnational crime syndicates in the region. The country is losing billions of dollars annually due to this illegal activity. Additionally, these coordinated activities pose security challenges for authorities owing to the engagement of transnational criminal elements. Furthermore, this paper will analyze the efficacy of policies and recommend appropriate measures to mitigate this issue.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the International Seminar on Border Region (INTSOB 2023)
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Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
17 February 2024
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978-2-38476-208-8
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2352-5398
DOI
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© 2024 The Author(s)
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