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Dutch Navy gives up projecting sea power, transforms into coastal force
2005-05-26
Defence Minister Henk Kamp wants the navy to get rid of a number of large frigates. The ships will be replaced by smaller vessels which can be used to patrol the coast. The defence minister's plans are in line with the wishes of parliament.
Well, that's obvious.
The new strategy represents a shift of emphasis away from sea power and towards providing support for operations on land. The minister is due to inform MPs about the changes to the navy today.
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