Are offshore patrol vessels the solution to Africa's maritime threats?
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The acquisition of Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) by African states has attracted significant attention. But are such vessels truly the answer to Africa's issues? A series of questions must be asked to determine their suitability including what threat are they being used to reduce, can they be operated efficiently, are they able to be maintained and are they a cost effective solution?
What threats are coastal African states faced with?
The most obvious ones are piracy and illegal fishing...
