Q. Recently, where was the 132nd session of the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) held?
Answer:
London
Notes: A high-level Indian delegation, led by Shri T.K. Ramachandaran, participated in the 132nd session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in London, addressing seafarer abandonment, with 44 active cases involving 292 Indian seafarers. India emphasized effective oversight and secured a position in the Joint Tripartite Working Group on seafarers' issues. The delegation also discussed disruptions in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, highlighted successful Navy interventions, and proposed the South Asian Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Maritime Transport (SACE-SMarT) to promote eco-friendly maritime practices.