Africa-Press – Eswatini. Eswatini’s government further assured the international community that it is committed to combating this type of fraud.
The statement highlighted ongoing cooperation between the Kingdom and global maritime bodies, including the International Maritime Organization.
The ministry expressed a willingness to work closely with enforcement agencies such as Interpol to halt any further abuse of the country’s name by criminal syndicates.
The government also clarified the process through which a maritime ship registry would be created should Eswatini ever decide to pursue such an initiative.
Establishing a registry would require legislative approval, policy formulation and the creation of an institutional framework.
Ministry of Public Works and Transport Thulani Mkhaliphi issued the statement
The ministry emphasised that if this process were ever undertaken, the global community would be notified through official and transparent channels. Until such time, any vessel that claims Eswatini registration is acting illegally.
The ministry’s message to the public and the international community was unequivocal. It highlights that the Kingdom of Eswatini rejects any attempt to link it to criminal maritime activities and takes serious exception to the misuse of its national identity.
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Officials expressed confidence that international enforcement bodies will act decisively against those who attempt to operate under a false Eswatini flag.
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