ANNEX 5
DRAFT*
REGIONAL AGREEMENT ON
CO-OPERATION IN COMBATING ACTS OF PIRACY
AND ARMED ROBBERY AGAINST SHIPS
Note: Due to different circumstances among States, this example agreement may be varied to meet specific situations.
Bearing in mind the complex nature of the problem of piracy and armed robbery against ships;
Having regard to the urgent need for international co-operation in preventing and suppressing piracy and armed robbery against ships;
Desiring to promote greater cooperation between the parties and thereby enhance their effectiveness, in combating piracy and armed robbery against ships;
Being conscious of the fact that, in order to combat piracy and armed robbery against ships effectively and efficiently, the active participation of all States affected is needed;
Taking into account that the Governments do not have sufficient technical and material resources to combat piracy independently;
Recognizing that piracy and armed robbery are international and transnational threats to seafarers, property and the environment; and conscious of the fact that the Parties are experiencing increased incidents of piracy and armed robbery within their maritime zones and adjoining international waters; have agreed as follows:
*The present draft includes text in square brackets which was let to the appreciation of the Committee.
