Russia will keep its naval task force in the Gulf of Aden as part of an international effort to fight sea piracy off the Somali coast, Russia’s UN envoy Vitaly Churkin said. The UN Security Council held a debate on piracy as a threat to global peace and security. “Russia supports the extension of…
Jakarta: Dubai-based Drydocks World has signed a memorandum of understanding with PAL Indonesia aimed at mutual co-operation in “shipbuilding, general engineering and other relevant areas”. The scope of the MoU also includes maintenance of oil and gas equipment and offshore structures. Senior management from Drydocks World spent a fruitful week’s business trip to the…
Phnom Penh (ANTARA News/AFP) – US President Barack Obama is set to dive into the tumultuous diplomatic waters of the South China Sea on Tuesday at a summit dominated by rival claims to the strategically vital area. Obama is widely expected to express concerns about the disputes between Beijing and its Southeast Asian neighbours,…
A round up of piracy and robbery at sea incidents occurring during October 2012. In total, 25 incidents were reported. West Africa grabbed the piracy front pages in October. Hijack for oil cargo is one aspect, but October saw the kidnap of seven expats on a supply ship, although the remaining nine Nigerian crew…