Statement on recent attacks on ships in the Red Sea
Renewed attacks on international shipping in the region are "indefensible", says IMO Secretary-General.
The Red Sea is a critical maritime corridor for international trade.
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, issued the following statement:
“I unequivocally condemn the latest reported attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea area. These attacks are indefensible. They endanger the lives of seafarers, while threatening the security of international shipping, the marine environment and the stability of global supply chains.
Seafarers are civilians performing essential work that sustains economies and communities worldwide. Ship operators must thoroughly assess risks before transiting the region. Seafarers must never be placed in harm’s way or targeted in situations of conflict or instability.
I also renew my call for the immediate
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