EWG on Maritime Security Joint Cooperative Activity (JCA) (September 2026)

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• As the co-chairs of the 5th Cycle (2024-2027) of Experts’ Working Group on Maritime Security, Japan and the Philippines has co-hosted several activities to promote practical cooperation on maritime security, including exchanges between ADMM-Plus members regarding impacts of climate change and marine environment issues on security, as well as WPS (Women, Peace and Security).
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• As the capstone event of the 5th Cycle, the Philippines and Japan co-hosted the Joint Cooperative Activity (JCA), focusing on themes of maritime environmental protection, disaster relief, and humanitarian assistance. Maritime and air assets from member countries of the ADMM-Plus conducted various activities such as Search And Rescue, Medical Evacuation, Maritime Patrol, and Diving Exercise. The JCA contributed towards strengthening maritime security of the region, as well as fostering mutual understanding between ADMM-Plus members.
• A Future Leaders’ Program (FLP) catered to junior naval officers was also convened during the JCA. Through seminars and discussions under the theme of UNCLOS, Climate Change, and Protection of Critical Undersea Infrastructure, the FLP nurtured the knowledge and awareness of participating junior naval officers with the aim of strengthening regional maritime security.