IMO and Regional Ocean Governance

Presentation at the UNEP- European Commission Workshop on Regional Ocean Governance. This presentation outlines the International Maritime Organization’s mandate to ensure safe and efficient shipping while preventing marine pollution within regional ocean governance. It highlights key environmental measures, including ballast water control, emission reduction, waste regulation, and pollution response. It also describes regional cooperation, technical assistance, and projects that support implementation, linking global standards with regional and national efforts to strengthen marine environmental protection.