{"id":304096,"date":"2024-07-11T18:38:33","date_gmt":"2024-07-11T13:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?p=304096"},"modified":"2024-07-11T18:38:33","modified_gmt":"2024-07-11T13:08:33","slug":"indias-role-in-the-132nd-imo-council-session-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/indias-role-in-the-132nd-imo-council-session-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"India&#8217;s Role in the 132nd IMO Council Session in London"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Source- This post on the <strong>India&#8217;s Role in the 132nd IMO Council Session in London<\/strong> has been created based on the article <a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2032130\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&#8220;India Leads Global Maritime Discourse at IMO Council Session in London&#8221; <\/a>published in \u201cPIB\u201d on 11 July 2024.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content user-select-text\" role=\"heading\" aria-label=\"Sent by Copilot: The **Global Conclave on Plastic Recycling and Sustainability (GCPRS)** is currently underway at the **Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan** in Delhi. This four-day event brings together experts from India and abroad to address pressing concerns related to plastic waste management, recycling, and sustainability. The conference aims to promote circularity and discuss innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. Notable attendees include Secretary of the Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, **Smt. Nivedita Shukla Verma**, and Joint Secretary of the Union Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, **Smt. Mercy Epao**[^1^] [^3^]. Topics covered include advances in biodegradable plastics, circular economy principles in waste management, and policy frameworks affecting plastics use and recycling[^2^]. Let me know if you need more information! \ud83d\ude0a\">\n<div class=\"ac-container ac-adaptiveCard has-image\">\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<h2>Why in the news?<\/h2>\n<p>Recently, 132nd session of the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) was conducted in London.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>India&#8217;s Role in the 132nd IMO Council Session in London<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 354px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pbs.twimg.com\/media\/GSHPjYkaUAMDVZy?format=jpg&amp;name=small\" alt=\"IMO Council Session\" width=\"354\" height=\"354\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: PIB<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>1. India is actively participating in the <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">132nd session of the International Maritime Organization<\/span> (IMO) Council in London.<\/p>\n<p>2. India is an elected member of the IMO Council in the category of countries with the largest interest in international seaborne trade, emphasized the urgent issue of seafarer abandonment.<\/p>\n<p>3. Other proposed members include the Philippines, Thailand, Liberia, Panama, Greece, the US, and France.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Focus Areas for India at the IMO Session<\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Addressing Seafarer Abandonment:<\/strong> India raised awareness about the ongoing crisis of seafarer abandonment, with 44 active cases involving 292 Indian seafarers. India was chosen to be <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">part of the Joint Tripartite Working Group at the IMO<\/span>, which consists of eight nations. This group focuses on addressing seafarer issues and enhancing the human elements in maritime operations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Maritime Security Initiatives:<\/strong> The Indian delegation discussed recent disruptions in maritime regions like the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.\u00a0The Indian Navy&#8217;s successful missions were highlighted, including the rescue of MV Marlyn Luanda and intercepting MV Ruen to combat piracy and ensure crew safety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. <\/strong>India reinforced its proposal for establishing the South Asian Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Maritime Transport (<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SACE-SMarT<\/span>). The center aims to lead the transformation of the maritime sector in South Asia, focusing on technological advancements, sustainability, and digital proficiency. Key goals include reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing regional maritime capabilities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>UPSC Syllabus: International organisation<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Source- This post on the India&#8217;s Role in the 132nd IMO Council Session in London has been created based on the article &#8220;India Leads Global Maritime Discourse at IMO Council Session in London&#8221; published in \u201cPIB\u201d on 11 July 2024. Why in the news? 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