MANILA, March 13 -- The Philippines is set to co-host the 2025 Indo-Pacific Regional Information Sharing (IORIS) Steering Committee meeting, and will be represented by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).

In a statement on Wednesday, MARINA said the event will highlight efforts to strengthen regional governance within Southeast Asia (SEA) in collaboration with the European Union and the Critical Maritime Routes Indo-Pacific (CRIMARIO).

"With the Philippines' co-hosting role, it signifies [the country's] commitment to enhancing maritime security and fostering regional cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. Such efforts are crucial for regional prosp...