IMO Secretary-General calls for urgent release of 44 seafarers held by pirates
Secretary-General Dominguez highlighted the dire humanitarian situation facing the crews, who are running critically low on food and water while living under the constant threat of violence.
“These incidents are a stark reminder that the threat posed by piracy and armed robbery to seafarers has not receded and continues to warrant vigilance and support for coordinated action,” he said, addressing the IMO Council as it meets in London this week (6-10 July). “I ask for your support in securing their safe release.”
Secretary-General Dominguez reaffirmed his commitment to working alongside flag States, coastal States, regional bodies and industry to secure the seafarers’ release and end their ordeal.
He urged shipowners and operators to take all necessary precautions to protect crews, including implementing the
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