| ID | 097688 |
| Title Proper | Sea piracy and maritime security in the horn of Africa |
| Other Title Information | the Somali coast and gulf of Aden in perspective |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Onuoha, Freedom C |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Regrettably, Africa's waters now represent one of the world's most dangerous waterways
for vessels and their crew members in terms of pirate attacks. In the last few years the
Somali coast and the Gulf of Aden in the Horn of Africa have emerged as Africa's - and
by extension the world's - most dangerous waters. This article examines the dimension
that maritime piracy has assumed in the region, identifies the factors contributing to
the upsurge of piracy in the area, and gives an overview of the responses to the growing
piracy in the region. It concludes with suggestions on how to effectively and sustainably
combat the scourge of piracy. |
| `In' analytical Note | African Security Review Vol. 18, No. 3; Sep 2009: p.31-44 |
| Journal Source | African Security Review Vol. 18, No. 3; Sep 2009: p.31-44 |
| Key Words | Gulf of Aden ; International Maritime Bureau ; Maritime Security ; Nigeria ; Piracy ; Somalia |