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Arab News
19 hours ago
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- Arab News
Saudi envoy leads maritime safety talks in London
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's permanent representative to the International Maritime Organization recently made history by chairing the 51st advisory committee meetings of the International Mobile Satellite Organization in London. Kamal Al-Junaidi is the first Arab to preside over the committee, creating a milestone for both the Kingdom and the Arab world in maritime governance, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. His role also reflects Saudi Arabia's growing presence in international maritime organizations and commitment to advancing maritime communication and safety systems. Al-Junaidi managed the sessions and acted as a neutral facilitator, helping member states reach consensus on key issues, including oversight of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, implementation of Long Range Tracking and Safety standards and audit reviews for satellite communication providers. He also led discussions on proposed maritime safety regulation amendments, monitored the organization's strategic direction to ensure alignment with IMO standards and submitted the committee's recommendations to the General Assembly. The 51st session took place at the IMO headquarters in London, with representatives from 44 countries engaging in in-depth discussions on key maritime challenges.
Leaders
a day ago
- Health
- Leaders
Saudi Arabia's Al-Junaidi Becomes 1st Arab to Chair IMSO Advisory Committee
Engineer Kamal Al-Junaidi, the Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), made history by chairing the 51st session of the Advisory Committee of the International Mobile Satellite Organization (IMSO), held from June 9 to 13, 2025. He is the first Arab to assume this role—marking a significant milestone for both Saudi Arabia and the Arab world in global maritime governance. Al-Junaidi's leadership of the IMSO Advisory Committee underscores the Kingdom's prominent role in international maritime institutions and its commitment to enhancing maritime communication and safety systems. In his role, he facilitated discussions and guided deliberations among member states, working to build consensus on critical matters. Moreover, these included oversight of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), the implementation of Long Range Tracking and Safety (LRTS) standards, and the auditing processes of satellite communication service providers. He also led discussions on proposed amendments to maritime safety regulations, monitored IMSO's strategic alignment with IMO standards, and presented the committee's recommendations to the General Assembly for final approval. The 51st session, held at IMO headquarters in London, brought together representatives from 44 countries. Finally, over the five-day meeting, participants addressed a range of pressing issues affecting the global maritime sector. Related Topics : Saudi Arabia, Bahamas Boost Maritime Ties at IMO Meeting ICESCO Member States Unanimously Approve Riyadh AI Charter Fitch upgrades Saudi Arabia credit rating to 'A+', testimony of Vision 2030 success Shattered Lives: US Surgeon Exposes Gaza's Unspeakable Healthcare Crisis Short link : Post Views: 13
