IMO Council urges stronger protection of seafarers amid threats to global shipping

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The International Maritime Organization Council condemned attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea and Black Sea and renewed calls to protect seafarers’ safety and well-being. It also mourned the 25th seafarer death since the Strait of Hormuz conflict began and renewed the Secretary-General’s tenure.

Council condemns attacks on merchant shipping in the Red Sea and Black Sea, mourns loss of 25th seafarer since onset of Strait of Hormuz conflict, and renews Secretary-General’s tenure. The Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the safety, security, health and well-being of seafarers amid continuing threats to ...