IMO Secretary-General calls on States to enforce maritime rules in the Strait of Hormuz
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Mr. Arsenio Dominguez has called for stronger action from IMO Member States to enforce maritime safety and security regulations in and around the Strait of Hormuz. Amid continued attacks against commercial ships in the area, Secretary-General Dominguez stated: “IMO’s technical and operational regulations are there to protect…
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, has urged Member States to take stronger action to enforce maritime safety and security regulations in the Strait of Hormuz. The region has seen ongoing attacks against commercial ships, leading to calls for compliance with IMO regulations.
Dominguez emphasized that the IMO's technical and operational guidelines are in place to protect seafarers, ships, and the marine environment. He expressed concern over reports of substandard vessels, fraudulent registrations, and unsafe practices. The Secretary-General called on all flag States, port States, and coastal States to exercise their responsibilities under IMO conventions and address violations within their jurisdictions.
He also urged shipowners and operators to avoid commercial activities in the Strait that endanger seafarers. The IMO Council's recent decisions have prompted Dominguez to advocate for political solutions to establish a unified, safe, and internationally recognized framework for navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, preserving the rights and freedoms of navigation.
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