The recent action by French commandos to release hostages taken by pirates off Somalia highlights the continuing threat worldwide. Pirates pose a serious risk to life and property and their attacks in several world hotspots often result in death, injury and significant financial losses.The extent of the problem, which reaches back through history, but is now chaacterised by pirates using high-tech weapons and equipment, is continuing unabated and requires significant efforts by law enforcement and intelligence agencies. This link will take you to a comprehensive site covering piracy and other transport security issues.
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