नौवहन महानिदेशालय
Directorate General of Shipping
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Government of India
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India–Netherlands Dialogue on Seafarer Remuneration, Maritime Cooperation & Sustainable Shipping

The Directorate General of Shipping and the Netherlands Consul General held a forward-looking meeting on global maritime priorities, including seafarer welfare, fair remuneration, labour standards, and sustainability. Discussions reaffirmed equal pay under international CBAs and MLC, 2006, addressed vessel detention preparedness, and highlighted the India–Netherlands Green Corridor LoI for decarbonisation. Both sides reiterated their commitment to a safe, fair, resilient, and sustainable maritime sector through international cooperation and innovation.