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IMO agrees possible outline for maritime “net-zero framework”
IMO has agreed on an illustration of a possible draft outline of an “IMO net-zero framework” for cutting greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from international shipping.
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IMO to open regional office in Fiji to serve the Pacific
IMO will open its seventh Regional Presence Office, in Suva, Fiji, to serve countries and territories in the Pacific Islands region.
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Statement on the attack on the True Confidence bulk carrier
IMO Secretary-General conveys condolences and renews call for collective action to protect seafarers.
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Preventing and combatting violence and harassment in the maritime sector
IMO and ILO take action for preventing and combatting violence and harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying and sexual assault
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Maritime Single Window - advancing digitalization in shipping
IMO video highlights importance of the Maritime Single Window for trade by sea.
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IMO Secretary-General announces new senior team
Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, who took up office as Secretary-General of IMO on 1 January, named the Senior Management Committee members.
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