Chinese Fishing Vessel ‘Liberated’ from Somali Pirates

A Chinese-owned fishing vessel has been liberated following an armed robbery off Somalia’s northeastern Puntland coast, according to information from the Chinese Embassy to Somalia.

The incident is the latest highlighting escalating maritime security challenges in the region.

The vessel’s crew emerged unharmed from the ordeal and is currently transiting to safe waters. Throughout the incident, EUNAVFOR Operation ATALANTA maintained continuous communication with Somali and Chinese authorities, including the Chinese Task Force and EU delegation to Somalia.

The …