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Human smuggling in the Philippines-Malaysia Border: A case study of Maritime Police Patrol

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  • Legarde, Lean Monique

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This research paper presents a comprehensive case study on human smuggling activities along the Philippines-Malaysia border, with a particular focus on the role of Maritime Police Patrol (MPP) in combating this transnational criminal enterprise. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, this study aims to analyze the effectiveness of MPP strategies, examine the underlying factors contributing to the prevalence of human smuggling, and provide evidence-based recommendations for enhancing border security. Drawing upon primary data collected through structured interviews, observations, and analysis of official records, the study highlights the alarming rise in human smuggling incidents in recent years. Findings indicate that sophisticated smuggling networks exploit porous border areas, taking advantage of socioeconomic vulnerabilities and inadequate surveillance systems. The MPP's active patrolling efforts, backed by advanced technological resources, have yielded tangible outcomes, such as a significant increase in apprehensions and disruptions of smuggling operations. Through a careful examination of successful interventions and identified gaps, this research offers actionable recommendations for policy-makers and law enforcement agencies to strengthen border control mechanisms. Key areas of focus include enhancing interagency coordination, promoting intelligence-sharing networks, bolstering MPP capacity through training and equipment, and engaging local communities to serve as active stakeholders in deterring human smuggling.

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  • Legarde, Lean Monique, 2023. "Human smuggling in the Philippines-Malaysia Border: A case study of Maritime Police Patrol," OSF Preprints 46pzb, Center for Open Science.
  • Handle: RePEc:osf:osfxxx:46pzb
    DOI: 10.31219/osf.io/46pzb
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