The Political Realm: Journal of Undergraduate Research in Political Science and International Relations
Abstract
This article examines the sharp rise in maritime piracy in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore, arguing that the surge stems from the convergence of structural vulnerabilities—dense shipping traffic, poverty-driven motivated offenders, and limited state enforcement capacity—now intensified by global supply chain disruptions and new technologies. It shows that piracy, though currently less violent than in past decades, poses significant economic and security risks for Southeast Asia and the broader global economy. The paper concludes that effective long‑term mitigation requires both strengthened regional maritime cooperation and domestic reforms addressing the socioeconomic roots of piracy, particularly in Indonesia.
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Kenny, Brian
(2026)
"Maritime Piracy in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore,"
The Political Realm: Journal of Undergraduate Research in Political Science and International Relations: Vol. 35, Article 3.
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https://knightscholar.geneseo.edu/political-realm/vol35/iss1/3