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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines, by means of the Division of Transportation (DOTr) is in search of reelection to the Worldwide Maritime Group (IMO) Council.
In a speech by DOTr secretary Jaime Bautista and delivered by DOTr Undersecretary for Maritime Elmer Sarmiento, the Philippines can obtain extra in its maritime objectives in addition to in defending the welfare of Filipino seafarers as a member within the 40-member council.
“We consider our seat on the Council is rooted at our being the popular alternative of seafarers within the world crew manning market in addition to being the fifth largest shipbuilding nation,” Sarmiento stated throughout a diplomatic reception on Tuesday.
He added that the nation will embody environmental safety to one in all its commitments by partnering with different worldwide organizations.
“We pledge to stay a proactive member of the IMO at making certain the security of life and property at sea, sustainable transport, and environmentally sound marine trade,” Sarmiento added.
The IMO is an hooked up company of the United Nations that oversees world maritime affairs, reminiscent of security, safety, and the environmental safety of the marine sphere.
The Philippines joined the IMO in 1964, and was elected to the Council in 1997.
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