India's Re-election to the IMO Council
India has been re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in Category B, which includes countries with a significant interest in international seaborne trade.
Key Details
- India received the highest number of votes in Category B, with 154 out of 169 valid votes cast during the election.
- The elections were conducted during the 34th session of the IMO Assembly in London, using a secret ballot.
- The term for the newly elected Council is for the 2026-27 biennium.
IMO Council Composition and Function
- The IMO Council is composed of three categories, with a total of 40 elected members from 176 member countries.
- The Council is responsible for performing functions between sessions of the Assembly.
International Support and Engagement
- India's re-election highlights its large-scale support within the international community to continue serving the global maritime domain.
- On the sidelines of the 34th Assembly, the Indian delegation engaged with various country delegations, international organizations, and IMO officials on topics of mutual interest.