Exploring recent hijackings off the coast of Somalia, the chapter delves into the rise in piracy incidents and the efforts made by naval forces, shipping companies, and India to combat this resurgence. It also delves into the underlying causes like political instability and illegal fishing that contribute to the piracy problem in the region.
The leaders of both countries will meet for dinner at the White House tonight. In light of Asia’s changing geopolitics, defence will certainly be high up on the agenda. Somali pirates are wreaking havoc in the Indian Ocean again. What explains their resurgence (8:34)? And, have a listen to what AI can do with music (13:29).
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