Indonesian Government Advocates for IMO Council Reform

Jakarta, The Gulf Observer: The Indonesian government is actively pushing for the reform of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Transportation.

“As a country on the main international shipping route, Indonesia needs to consider and protect the interests of domestic seafarers and the role of shipping in the world economy,” said Antoni Arif Priadi, Director General of Sea Transportation, in a statement on Friday.

Priadi recently led the Indonesian delegation at the 132nd IMO Council Session, held at the IMO Headquarters in London, England, from July 8 to 12. The session centered on the IMO’s strategic agenda, including topics of reform and budget.

During the session, the Indonesian delegation met with IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez to formally hand over the Instrument of Accession to the Amendment to the 2021 IMO Convention, which Indonesia has ratified. This act underscored Indonesia’s dedication to fostering a more transparent, representative, and accountable IMO Council.

“The handover confirms Indonesia’s commitment to realizing a more transparent, representative, and accountable IMO Council,” Priadi remarked.

Priadi emphasized the necessity of IMO Council reform to bolster its role and effectiveness in safeguarding the interests of its member countries. “IMO Council reform is necessary to strengthen its role and effectiveness in safeguarding the interests of member countries,” he added.

The Indonesian government’s advocacy for reform reflects its strategic position and the significance of shipping in the global economy, aiming to enhance the representation and accountability within the IMO Council for the benefit of all member states.