IMO calls for piracy action

on October 13, 2016

IMO warns against complacency.

Maritime agency calls for tough actions to end piracy off Somalia

By Sandra Chao-Blasto

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has urged liners navigating through the Somali coast to continue with counter piracy measures despite a reduction of incidents.

Secretary-general Kitack Lim called on merchant shipping stakeholders to remain vigilant and take on protective measures against possible attacks in the Gulf of Aden and the western Indian Ocean area.

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Source: businessdailyafrica.com

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