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Italian Naval Patrol Vessel Visits Liberia

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MONROVIA, LIBERIA-An Italian Naval Patrol vessel, “Comandante Borsini, has ducked at the Freeport of Monrovia as guest of the Liberian Government.

The initiative is intended to strengthen and improve cooperation with navies and coastal countries of the Gulf of Guinea.

The Captain of the Vessel, Ugo Giglio said the Italian Navy each year carries out two deployments aimed at strengthening Maritime security within the Gulf of Guinea.

A release quotes the European Union Ambassador to Liberia, Nona Deprez, as describing the arrival of the Italian Naval Vessel as a milestone and opening of a new chapter in the EU’s commitment to fostering relationship with Liberia and West Africa.

Meanwhile, NPA Managing Director Sekou Dukuly said the initiative is essential because it will provide Maritime Security in the Gulf Guinea against pirates and on sea armed robbery, illicit drug, human trafficking among others.

By: Grace Moleyeaze

 

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