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RIMPAC revealed
The world’s largest naval exercise is even bigger for 2016. RIMPAC 2016 will feature 27 countries, including four first-time attendees The 2016 Rim of the Pacific exercises, or RIMPAC, will […]
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All eyes on Nigeria
Control Risks highlights issues in West Africa. Piracy and armed robbery off Nigerian coast at record high: Piracy at sea 21% higher than 2008 peak Piracy incidents off the Nigerian […]
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Egypt takes delivery
For Russia with…oh, hang on. Egypt warship: First French-made Mistral ship handed over Egypt has received the first of two advanced warships from France in a deal worth $1bn (£692m). […]
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S. Korea’s new naval base
Country needs to broaden its strategic horizons. A Glimpse into South Korea’s New Naval Base on Jeju Island Euan Graham Four years ago I wrote about South Korea’s strategically far-sighted […]
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Trilateral patrols in the Sulu Sea
Hopes aren’t high. Trilateral patrols in the Sulu-Sulawesi Seas: Don’t expect too much Ristian Supriyanto Notoriously described as the ‘terrorist transit triangle’ (T3), the Sulu-Sulawesi Seas have recaptured global attention […]
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UK coastal security concerns
UK border concerns mount. Sea forces farce: Police searching for people smugglers in the Channel sold a £350,000 specialist boat for just £80,000 two years ago By JAMES DUNN FOR […]
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Abu Sayyaf a major terror threat?
The resurgent Abu Sayyaf terrorist group is flying the Isis flag in the Philippines – but not everyone is convinced by their posturing. Does Abu Sayyaf pose a major terror […]
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Indonesia: piracy a myth
Interesting comments from Indonesian official. Piracy is a myth, illegal fishing more pressing concern: Official Anggi M. Lubis Piracy in Southeast Asia is a myth that overlooks the real threats […]
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Do we need the CGPCS?
CGPCS meets in Seychelles this week. A riddle: If pirate attacks drop to zero, should Contact Group on Piracy still exist? By: Patsy Athanase and Betymie Bonnelame If pirate attacks […]
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Iran Navy heads to Gulf
Expect stories of brave pirate battles shortly… Iranian Navy’s 41st flotilla off to Gulf of Aden The Iranian Navy’s 41st flotilla of warships left Bandar Abbas port for the Gulf […]
