The French frigate FLOREAL has arrived in Dar es Salaam
The French frigate FLOREAL has arrived in Dar es Salaam for a formal visit. The ship has been attached to the European Union Naval Force (EUNVFOR) since last November.
This force is one of three coalition task forces engaged in anti-piracy operations in the Indian Ocean, highlighting the very significant international effort being expended to curb the threat of piracy in the region.
A statement issued by European Union office in Dar es Salaam noted that in recent weeks FLOREAL has been actively involved in a number operations to protect ships carrying food aid to the beleaguered population of Somalia.It has also been in active pursuit and disruption of pirates operating across the Indian Ocean.
“The efforts of all three coalitions are showing results: there has been a significant decrease in pirate attacks in the last three months.”More than 70 pirates have been apprehended in the last month alone and the number of ships and hostages held by pirates is the lowest for more than two years,” noted the statement.
FLOREAL, commanded by Commander Christophe Pasco, will be spending three days in Dar es Salaam where her crew of 101 will have some well-deserved rest and also assist with training for the TPDF (Navy) before returning to her mission.
Source: All Africa
