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flag On the 20th anniversary of the MLC, the ILO and IMO reaffirmed its vital role in protecting seafarers' rights and improving working conditions globally.

flag On the 20th anniversary of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC, 2006), the ILO and IMO reaffirmed its critical role in setting global standards for seafarers’ rights, including wages, working hours, rest, health care, and safety. flag The treaty, born from tripartite cooperation, has improved conditions at sea, promoted fair competition, and adapted to new challenges like violence, harassment, and seafarer abandonment. flag Despite ongoing issues such as unpaid wages, ship attacks, and denial of shore leave, the MLC remains a living instrument, with continuous updates and joint efforts to strengthen enforcement and protect seafarers worldwide.

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