North Pacific Coast Guard Forum

The North Pacific Coast Guard Forum was established in 2000. It is made up of the coast guards of:

• Canada
• China
• Japan
• Korea
• Russian Federation
• United States

The Forum provides an opportunity for international coast guards to share information and establish best practices in the North Pacific Ocean. The six member states also discuss:

• fishery enforcement
• maritime security
• illegal trafficking
• joint operations
• emergency response activities

The Canadian Coast Guard leads a team at the North Pacific Coast Guard Forum that includes Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The Forum also includes an annual exercise. This week-long exercise allows member countries to work together toward a shared goal. It promotes:

• communication
• planning
• collaboration