SIEV-X
SIEV-X stands for Suspected Illegal Entry Vessel X (the X means ?unknown?). It is the name, coined by Tony Kevin, commonly used to refer to a dilapidated Indonesian fishing boat that was en-route to Christmas Island carrying over 400 asylum seekers. It sank in October 2001, killing 353 people, mostly women and children. The tragedy was politically controversial in Australia, as it occurred during an election campaign at a time when asylum seekers and border protection were major issues.
Related Topics:
Suspected Illegal Entry Vessel - Tony Kevin - Indonesian - Christmas Island - Asylum seekers - Australia
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| ► | Background |
| ► | Sinking |
| ► | Senate Select Committee |
| ► | Unresolved |
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