Hadi’s government raises pilotage fees for ships entering port of Aden

ADEN, Nov. 20 (YPA) – Yemeni Gulf of Aden Port Corporation, loyal to Saudi-backed government, on Monday decided to raise the prices of the “pilotage allowance” fees for ships entering the port of Aden, in large proportions.

The resolution imposed an increase on ships with a cargo of less than 10,000 tons, an increase of 160%.

The increase on ships with a cargo of more than 10,000 tons was 175% compared to the previous fee.

Economic analysts condemned the decision to raise the pilotage fees on ships bound for the port, expressing concerns that such a measure could affect i the citizens through raising the prices of goods.

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