China has been elected as a category A member of the International Maritime Organization for the 17th consecutive time

　　On December 10, 2021, the 32nd session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) held a new council election in London, England.

China was once again elected as a category A council member. This is my country’s 17th consecutive re-election since 1989. It demonstrates my country’s status and influence in the international maritime industry and reflects the hope that China will play a more important role in global maritime governance. Positive recognition and expectations.

In addition to China, Japan, South Korea, Italy, Greece, Panama, the United Kingdom, Norway, the United States and Russia have also been elected to the category A council members.

　　The International Maritime Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for maritime safety and preventing marine pollution from ships.

The Council is an important decision-making body of the International Maritime Organization, which is elected by the biennial conference.

According to the "International Maritime Organization Convention", the General Assembly elected a total of 40 members, of which the A-type members are 10 major shipping countries, the B-type members are 10 major maritime trading countries, and the C-type members are 20 major countries representing the world. An important shipping country in a geographical area.

(CCTV reporter Tang Ying)