Nautical Term: RECAAP

Definition of RECAAP

The Regional Cooperation Agreement for Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia, commonly known as RECAAP, is an inter-governmental organization established in 2006 to facilitate and enhance cooperation among the navies and other agencies in the Asia-Pacific region to counter piracy and armed robbery against ships.

For instance, RECAAP plays a crucial role in providing timely and accurate piracy-related information to its member states and other stakeholders in the region. This enables the relevant authorities to take appropriate measures to prevent piracy and armed robbery against ships in the region.

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