Australia’s response to combat piracy and armed robbery at sea

Australia will provide AUD500,000, as well as skills and expertise, to the Joint European Commission/United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Counter Piracy Program to assist Kenyan authorities in receiving and processing apprehended piracy suspec

Maersk has expanded the restricted area off the coast of Somalia for its vessels, begun to modify ships, and reiterated its call on the international community to find a solution to the problem of piracy.

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Maersk calls for action on piracy

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In light of the hijacking of MAERSK ALABAMA and hostage-taking of Captain Richard Phillips, Maersk is conducting a thorough investigation of the events.

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ASEAN shipowners join forces to combat piracy

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ASEAN shipowners join forces to combat piracy

Shipowners across the Asia-Pacific region have called for a stronger governmental intervention to stem spiralling piracy in the Gulf of Aden.

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UN urged to tackle spiralling piracy

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The shipping industry has urged the United Nations and its International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to protect vessels from Somalia-based pirates.

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NATO gets serious on piracy

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The NATO has commenced the counter-piracy operation Ocean Shield, NATO’s contribution to international efforts to combat piracy off the Horn of Africa.

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