This month’s issue of the Monthly Intelligence Report covers incidents that took place between September 1 - 30, 2026, in three focus regions:
West Africa
Western Indian Ocean (including the Persian Gulf)
South East Asia
Focus topic: Strategic maritime developments in Asia
This month, we are taking a look at maritime security situation in East and Southeast Asia. Over the past six months, the main potential maritime flashpoints in the region have remained relatively stable, with no sustained armed confrontation or direct disruption to commercial shipping. However, several important developments have taken place which should be monitored for potential impacts on commercial operations.
In addition, the report provides a brief update on the maritime implications of the war in Ukraine.
This month's risk and threat assessment
In the report's assessment, the main incidents are put into a broader context to highlight current threat levels and potential changes for maritime operations. Moreover, the report includes forecasts that cover the main concerns in the coming weeks.