Security along waters to be tightened


School rocks: (From right) Chairman of school board Eric Lim, Liow, school development chairman Tan Han Ching and Penang MCA deputy chairman Tan Teik Cheng launching the new building development project at SJK (C) Fu Yew Seah in Madras Lane, Penang.

GEORGE TOWN: Security along Malaysian waters will be strengthened following the recent hijack of MT Orkim Harmony, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said.

He said vessel hijacking is a serious crime which must be addressed, adding that it was crucial not to allow piracy activities to invade Malaysian waters.

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