19 September 2013, 10:27
According to the Agreement, Ukraine’s national contingent will support the Operation Ocean Shield that aims at helping to deter, disrupt, defend and protect people from pirate attacks and armed assaults at sea by carrying out naval operations near the Horn of Africa and demonstrating commitment in the campaign against piracy. It also includes involving the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This operation complies with the principles of the UN Charter and goals set by the UN Security Council Resolutions 1816, 1836, 1846, 1851, 1897 and 2020, which call all states for cooperation, particularly within bilateral and multilateral arrangements and agreements, to prevent and stop acts of piracy.
During the participation of its forces in the operation, Ukraine will cooperate with the headquarters of the NATO Operation Ocean Shield (Northwood) through the headquarters of the Navy Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (Sevastopol).
The warship and Ukraine’s personnel will undergo certification within the preparation for the participation in Operation Ocean Shield and will participate in training and practice. Main principles and requirements of such preparation will be defined by SACEUR and the General headquarters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (KYIV) or their authorized representatives.
Respective bill was registered under Reg. No. 0039.