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Philippines says ship with 20 Filipinos seized off Somalia
The Associated Press , Manila | Wed, 07/23/2008 3:05 PM | World
A Philippine official says a ship with 20 Filipino sailors has been hijacked off the coast of Somalia.
Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Estaban Conejos said the Japanese-owned vessel was seized by pirates Sunday, and that the owner is in contact with the crew and they are safe.
He told reporters Wednesday that the ship has been located on the northeastern tip of Somalia.
Conejos has ruled out paying a ransom to free the hostages, saying it is against the Philippine government's policy.(**)
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