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We see the authorities of certain countries attempting, in violation of international maritime law, to restrict the movement of vessels operated by our businesses.

The stability of regional finances is also the direct responsibility of the federal government and the Finance Ministry.

We will not necessarily act in the waters where raids on our ships and vessels are being planned, but wherever we ourselves consider it necessary and appropriate.

This is, of course, nothing other than piracy and robbery.