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Re-Imagining Africa’s Agency in Global Maritime Security

To address rising maritime security challenges along the African coastline, including the capture of the fishing vessel Almeraj 1 off the coast of Somalia, the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and..
December 22, 2023

'Grey war zone' in South China sea a cause of concern: Indian Navy

India's concerns in the South China Sea have been voiced by the Indian Navy, highlighting the rise of non-traditional security threats like maritime terrorism, piracy, illegal fishing, and..
December 21, 2023
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Assessing Yemen as a Second Front in the Gaza War

In recent events, Yemen's Houthi rebels hijacked a cargo ship indirectly linked to Israel, signaling their alliance with Hezbollah and Hamas in opposing Israel's actions in Gaza. The hijacking of the..
December 20, 2023

Weekly Maritime Security Threat Advisory 18th Dec 23

Access the latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory for the week commencing 18th December 2023.
December 19, 2023

AI and Maritime Cybersecurity: A New Horizon for Vessel Protection

In an era where cybersecurity threats in the maritime sector are escalating, it’s crucial for Chief Security Officers (CSOs) and maritime professionals to stay ahead of the curve. Dryad Global’s..
December 19, 2023

The Challenge of Maritime Security in the Global South

In the complex realm of maritime security, the Global South faces new and emerging threats that demand collaborative strategies in order to effectively improve interoperability among government..
December 18, 2023
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Strait of Hormuz/oil: Sanguine markets belie growing risk

As tensions rise in the Middle East due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, there is growing concern about the potential disruption of the vital Gulf shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. While..
December 14, 2023
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Metis Insights: Houthi Hijacking in the Red Sea

Amid a climate of heightened tensions and evolving threats in maritime security, Dryad Global presents a critical analysis of the recent Houthi insurgent hijacking in the Red Sea in the latest Metis..
December 13, 2023