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experts gather at DIMDEX 2012 to discuss maritime security in the region
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Distinguished
Naval Commanders, experts and decision-makers convened today at the
Middle East Naval Commanders Conference (MENC) on the second day of
the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition & Conference
(DIMDEX 2012) to discuss maritime security in the region.
Chief of Qatar Emiri Naval Forces and Chairman of DIMDEX 2012, Staff
Brigadier (Sea) Mohammed Bin Nasser Al Mohannadi opened the conference,
stating: “I would like to thank all our prominent speakers today
who provided a valuable insight on heavyweight matters that affect not
just those living in the MENA region but across the world. I would also
like to thank our guest of honour, His Excellency, Major General Hamad
Bin Ali Al-Attiyah Chief of Staff, the Qatar Armed Forces and RUSI Qatar
for again providing their expertise and experience at the MENC Conference
and QMDI and the DIMDEX team for organising this world-class event”.
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The MENC
Conference is a key component of DIMDEX 2012 and is co-organised by
DIMDEX organisers Qatar MICE Development Institute (QMDI) and the Royal
United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies (RUSI Qatar).
Now in its third edition, the MENC Conference has established itself
as a landmark event in the international maritime calendar by bringing
together the world’s foremost authorities in naval defence to
discuss the most pressing issues affecting regional waters.
This year’s theme, “The Strategic Importance of Maritime
Security in Protecting the Global Economy: the Role of Technology and
Naval Co-operation in Securing Trade at Sea”, highlighted the
significant role that naval forces play in generating and maintaining
the stability needed for global economic prosperity by securing maritime
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From left to right:
James Kraska, Commander, Judge Advocate General's Corps, U.S. Navy
Vice Admiral Rory McLean CB OBE, Vice-Chairman of RUSI-Qatar
Liet Gen Charles Bouchard OC, CMM, MSC, CD
Rear Admiral Fanta, Commander Expeditionary Strike Group Five
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Due to the MENA regions
enduring geo-strategic importance, the MENC Conference this year came
at an especially crucial time with the world’s focus on the
continuing threat of piracy and terrorism. Speakers at the MENC Conference
discussed the latest developments in technologies, research and future
strategies designed to safeguard national and international interests
with the broader goal of protecting maritime trade on which the world
relies.
One of many influential speakers, Lieutenant General Charles Bouchard,
also shared his observations and lessons learned as Chief of NATO
Operations in Libya, notable as one of the most successful multilateral
naval operations to implement UN resolutions to protect civilians
and restore stability to an area of vital maritime interest.
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