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flag Vanuatu's patrol vessel, gifted by Australia, ran aground in October and is being towed to Australia for inspection and repair.

flag The Vanuatu patrol vessel RVS Takuare, a $25 million Australian-gifted Guardian-class boat, is being taken to Australia for a full inspection after grounding on a reef near South Epi on October 5 during a ministerial tour. flag The vessel, which had only been operational in Vanuatu for seven months and was recently repaired in Australia following cyclone damage, was dislodged after nearly four weeks and lifted onto a barge for transport. flag Vanuatu authorities confirmed a full investigation is underway, with environmental protection prioritized during recovery. flag The country now lacks an active patrol boat, raising concerns about maritime security. flag Australia has funding available for Pacific maritime support, but repair costs remain undisclosed.

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