The allegations focused on fishing vessels flying the Vanuatu flag and apparently operated by Taiwanese entities where some crew members alleged that their working environment and working hours were different from those specified in their employment contracts, that their wages were not paid accordingly, and that the vessel masters had …
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The entry into force of IMO’sCape Town Agreement on fishing vessel safety will be crucial for improved safety at sea for fishers and will support the fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing During a European Union High-level Ministerial Maritime Conference in Opatija, Croatia (10-11 March), participants including IMO Secretary-General …
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