Port-Security

Dubai Ports World Abandons US Port Takeover Under Congressional Pressure

| Importance: 9/10

On March 9, 2006, Dubai Ports World (DPW) announced it would abandon its controversial plan to control US port operations, marking a pivotal moment in the Bush presidency’s foreign investment strategy. The decision came after the House Appropriations Committee voted 62-2 to block the $6.8 …

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Coast Guard Identifies Critical Intelligence Gaps in Dubai Ports World Deal

| Importance: 9/10

US Coast Guard intelligence officials produced a classified report raising significant security risks associated with DP World’s proposed management of US port operations. The assessment identified critical intelligence gaps preventing proper evaluation of risks from DP World’s …

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Dubai Ports World Initiates Controversial CFIUS Review for US Port Management Acquisition

| Importance: 8/10

On October 15, 2005, Dubai Ports World (DPW), a UAE state-owned company, initiated a CFIUS review to acquire British firm P&O’s port management operations, which included six major U.S. ports. The 30-day review process involved 12 government agencies, with the Intelligence Community …

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