| 英文摘要 |
When employing private armed security personnel (PCASP) for ship protection, regulating the timing and procedures for weapon use can prevent harm to innocent parties. In response to the threat posed by Somali pirates to Taiwan’s shipping industry and offshore fishing industry over the years, this study recommends the addition of a new requirement to give preference to private maritime security companies (PMSCs) certified by internationally organization and PCASP entry/transit regulations, based on the 2013 amendment and with reference to the relevant interim guidelines and recommendations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Japanese law. Secondly, it is recommended to implement prior risk assessment, education, and training on the relationship between roles in the event of an armed attack, inspection of PCASP vessels upon initial arrival, regulations on the storage of weapons on board, phased response plan in response to an armed attack, record keeping, reporting requirements, and penalty regulations at the time of the incident. If Taiwan plans to open up PMSCs, it should consider formulating positive and negative qualifications and conditions related to PMSCs and PCASPs, and review the options of reporting system/permit system. |