An international meeting on the Straits of Malacca and Singapore organized jointly by Indonesia and the International Maritime Organization opened here Wednesday.

The two-day event aims to strengthen international cooperation to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in both straits.

Representatives from 29 countries, including China, and observers from inter-government and non-government organizations attended the meeting, which was opened by Indonesian Minister of Transportation Hatta Radjasa.

Source: Xinhua