Asia-Pacific Issues News Archive

Malaysia enforces Exclusive Economic Zone Regulations 2026

Malaysia has introduced the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Regulations 2026 under the Exclusive Economic Zone Act 1984, effective 29 June... MORE

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INTERTANKO highlights environmental and safety initiatives at 11th Strait of Malacca Conference

INTERTANKO outlined key environmental priorities during the 11th International Conference on the Strait of Malacca, held in Kuala Lumpur between... MORE

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Malaysia: Southern Region Port Circular restricts vessel movements while awaiting clearance

Malaysia Marine Department’s Southern Region Headquarter has issued Port Circular No. 13/2026 following concerns raised by INTERTANKO regarding fully loaded tankers being... MORE

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Navigational Safety and Marine Environment Protection dominates discussions at 17th Co-operation Forum in Singapore

Serving as the primary dialogue platform between the littoral States (Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore) and the international maritime community, the... MORE

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INTERTANKO delivers opening remarks at Shenzhen MSA's 8th LNG Vessel Safety Seminar

INTERTANKO was invited by the Shenzhen Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) to deliver opening remarks at the 8th Shenzhen LNG Vessel... MORE

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Safety, inspection and regulatory developments to the fore at Hong Kong Marine Department Safety Seminar 2026 in Singapore

INTERTANKO took part in the Hong Kong Marine Department Safety Seminar 2026, with a focus on current safety, inspection and... MORE

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INTERTANKO addresses International Maritime Pilots at 27th IMPA Congress

INTERTANKO participated in the 27th International Maritime Pilots’ Association (IMPA) Congress on 24 August in Bali, Indonesia. Regional Manager Elfian... MORE

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Singapore MPA introduces maritime safety initiatives

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) announced several maritime safety initiatives at the opening of the 13th Singapore... MORE

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INTERTANKO participates as industry partner at 14th Regional MARSEC Practitioner Programme

A range of issues relating to the current climate of geopolitical tension and evolving grey-zone challenges affecting shipping were discussed... MORE

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INTERTANKO outlines tanker sector challenges and opportunities at GMEC 2026

INTERTANKO participated in the Global Maritime Economics Conference (GMEC) 2026, a flagship event for Malaysia’s maritime industry organised by the... MORE

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