The dependence of trade between Asia and Europe on the security of intercontinental maritime routes has triggered the interest of ASEM countries for tackling piracy as effectively and as comprehensively as possible.

The Preparatory Event on Piracy at Sea of 24-25 June in Brussels was designed as an intergovernmental negotiation session. It gathered official representatives of ASEM governments and partners only and took a look at the results of the Seminar.

Expected participation:

Governmental negotiators only