Singapore offers Sulu help

on June 6, 2017

Much discussed patrols will hopefully keep Abu Sayyaf activity down.

Singapore ready to help in Sulu Sea patrols, says defence minister

Singapore: Singapore is ready to take part in joint patrols in the Sulu Sea in any way needed, Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said.

It also welcomes indications from Malaysia and Indonesia that they want it to play a bigger role in combating maritime crime in the waters off the southern Philippines, amid concerns that terrorist elements could gain a foothold in the region.

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Source: thestar.com.my

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