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Dorian Jones

With Somalia naval deal, Turkey steers into strategic but volatile region

A Turkish naval frigate docked in Port Sudan on 16 June 2014, during a tour to 24 African countries aimed at boosting relations. © AFP / EBRAHIM HAMID

A naval agreement between Turkey and Somalia positions the Turkish navy in a strategically vital region, underlining Ankara's growing ambitions at sea. But analysts warn that the deal threatens to escalate tensions with Somalia's neighbour, Ethiopia.

Under a ten-year defence agreement ratified earlier this month, the Turkish navy will help protect Somalia's territorial waters and facilitate training and equipment for the Somali navy.

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