Flag Demands

The Piracy Suppression Act of 2011 bill states the US will seek reimbursement from the country of origin for the cost of any action taken to protect “foreign-flagged” ships from pirates.

The purpose is to encourage other countries (those of Open Registry Flag States) to support efforts to suppress piracy, such as joining the Combined Maritime Forces, a coalition of naval forces from around the world.

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