International Maritime Bureau
Jan 10 2008, Vinod

Looters at sea have become major blockers for cargo vessels traversing the world oceans. Every year, many men are lost and material worth thousands of dollars perishes. They attack with guns and rocket-propelled grenade launchers, making the blue...

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