Multinational responses to Somali piracy: the emergence and contribution of combined task force 151 (2009–2023)

Key Points

• Piracy incidents have significantly decreased since the deployment of Combined Task Force 151, enhancing maritime safety.
• Over 60% reduction in piracy attempts has been observed since 2009, indicating effective naval strategies.
• Observational analysis across multiple nations highlights approaches to develop and sustain maritime security initiatives.
• This underscores the importance of continued international cooperation to address piracy and secure shipping routes.