MALAYSIA AND SINGAPORE’S MARITIME TERRITORY CLASH

Source: UK Defence Journal

By Daniel Clark

Neighbours Singapore and Malaysia have been tangled in a web of accusations and finger-pointing concerning Malaysia’s move to extend their maritime boundaries into Singaporean territorial waters.

Malaysia has extended its port limits from Johor Bahru, significantly pushing Malaysia’s maritime borders eastwards beyond those previously shown in a 1979 map.

Between November 25th and December 4th, Malaysian vessels have reportedly sailed into Singaporean waters 14 times, leading Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan to claim that Malaysia is violating Singaporean sovereignty. This comes after multiple Singaporean protests against the moves, and warnings against any further escalation that could lead to a flash-point in tensions.

Read more at: https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/malaysia-and-singapores-maritime-territory-clash/

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