| ID | 109955 |
| Title Proper | Convoys to combat Somali piracy |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Hughes, Benjamin ; Jones, Simon |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | As the world becomes increasingly globalized, interruptions to international trade cannot be permitted. Piracy off the coast of Somalia has hampered international trade in the region and poses significant risks to the sailors required to navigate those waters. Over the past three years the global community has attempted, through a number of different naval tactics, to stop these acts of piracy; however, these tactics have proven ineffective. This article looks at historical precedence and military theory to support the concept of using convoys to protect the thousands of cargo vessels traveling round the Horn of Africa every year. This tactic will greatly decrease the number of successful pirate attacks and save countless lives in the process. |
| `In' analytical Note | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol. 23, No.1; Mar 2012: p.74-92 |
| Journal Source | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol. 23, No.1; Mar 2012: p.74-92 |
| Key Words | Somalia ; Piracy ; Navy ; Convoy ; CTF 151 ; Shipping ; Gulf of Aden |