Chinese fishing boat hijacking shows ongoing sea safety problems in Somalia.

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A Chinese fishing boat was taken by pirates near Somalia. There were 18 people on the boat, but none of them were hurt.

The pirates are holding the boat in Somalia and asking for money. The European Union's navy is aware of the situation and investigating.

The boat was allowed to fish in Somali waters and had two guards. It seems the guards helped the pirates take control of the boat.

The pirates moved the boat several times to different locations. They want a lot of money, but the boat owner doesn't want to pay.

This incident shows that it's still dangerous to sail in Somali waters. Somalia used to have a lot of pirates, but it's gotten better in recent years.

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What happened to the Chinese fishing boat?

The Chinese fishing boat was taken by pirates near Somalia.

How many people were on the boat?

There were 18 people on the boat, but none of them were hurt.

What are the pirates asking for?

The pirates are asking for money.

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