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Mr. Kitack Lim
Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization
Mr. Kitack Lim (Republic of Korea) is the eighth elected Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization.
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Addressing seafarers' challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic
At its 32nd session, the IMO Assembly adopted a resolution on comprehensive action to address seafarers' challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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IMO-Norad project to demonstrate solutions for GHG and biosafety
TEST Biofouling Project will demonstrate technical solutions to stop invasive species and reduce GHG emissions from ships.
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IMO sets International Day for Women in Maritime
International Day for Women in Maritime will be observed on 18 May every year.
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IMO Assembly elects new 40-Member Council
The Assembly of the International Maritime Organization has elected the Members of its Council for the 2022-2023 biennium.
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the International Maritime Organization – is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution by ships. IMO's work supports the UN sustainable development goals.
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IMO supports Women in Ports management capacity building
Women from Francophone Africa are building skills in port management during a two week online course (17 – 28 January) that will include a visit to the French port of Le Havre in the spring. The annual course is supported by IMO in collaboration with IPER and HAROPA Port.
Continue ReadingKeeping the Global South safe and secure
Keeping key maritime trade routes safe is critical to ensuring economic development and prosperity of the Global South. The first steering committee of a programme to support safe navigation and security in the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans has been held (19-20 January), with participation online and in-person.
Supporting developing countries during the pandemic
Throughout the pandemic IMO has continued to roll out many varied technical assistance activities around the globe within its Integrated Technical Cooperation Programme (ITCP) and thematic long-term projects. The latest annual technical cooperation report publication covers the impact of the pandemic, new ways of working, and the great spirit of collaboration to continue supporting IMO Member States towards better and more effective implementation of IMO regulations.
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Mr. Kitack Lim
Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization
Mr. Kitack Lim (Republic of Korea) is the eighth elected Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization.
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