The Celeberatory graduation ceremony for a total of 69 students from 38 countries graduated from the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) in Malta, marking the completion of the Class of 2023-2024. And they celebrated the achievements of these new maritime law professionals who are poised to make significant contributions to the international maritime community.
An inspiring keynote speech
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez delivered an inspiring keynote speech, emphasizing the importance of their training: “The skills you have acquired at IMLI will assist you in serving your countries and the international maritime community at large,” he stated.
He further highlighted the critical role these graduates will play in the maritime sector: “The maritime world will rely on your professionalism and expertise in international maritime law to implement the numerous treaty provisions which ensure safe, clean, and secure oceans.”
The celebratory graduation ceremony
In his address, the Secretary-General expressed gratitude to IMLI Director, Professor Dr. Norman MartÃnez Gutiérrez, and the Institute’s staff for their unwavering dedication to the students.
The celebratory graduation ceremony reflected the culmination of rigorous academic work and the beginning of promising careers for the graduates in the field of international maritime law.
About (IMLI)Â
The International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) Established in Malta in 1988 under an agreement concluded between the IMO and the Government of Malta, IMLI started its first programme in 1989. Its main purpose was, and remains, to train officers, principally from developing countries, in international maritime law. Over the last three decades, IMLI’s work has contributed to the establishment of a cadre of experts in international maritime law who are able to prepare, review and advise on the implementation of maritime laws and regulations.
Since its inception in 1988, IMLI has trained close to 1,100 maritime experts from 145 States who are at the forefront in the codification and progressive development of international maritime law and are actively contributing to their countries’ development.
