Anti-piracy measures in Somalia

EU-Japan joint naval exercise

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Piracy in Somalia, Geography of Africa, International criminal law, Countries, Operation Atalanta, Gulf of Aden, Transport in Somalia, Piracy, Maritime security, Water, Somalia, Anti-piracy measures in Somalia

On 5-6 October, the European Union and Japan carried out a joint naval exercise in the Gulf of Aden off the coast of Somalia.

Key Points: 
  • On 5-6 October, the European Union and Japan carried out a joint naval exercise in the Gulf of Aden off the coast of Somalia.
  • The exercise involved a warship supporting maritime patrol aircraft of EU NAVFOR Somalia Operation Atalanta and a vessel of the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force patrolling the region against piracy.
  • The exercise confirmed the commitment of the EU and Japan and the coordination between their respective forces in the fight against piracy.
  • The EU and Japan are determined to pursue and enhance their cooperation on freedom of navigation and maritime security through future training initiatives and operational activities at sea.