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India and Liberia launch international platform to protect seafarers

27 September 2026
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India and Liberia have launched the Group of Friends on Safety and Security of Shipping and Seafarers to strengthen maritime security and keep crew welfare high on the international agenda.

India and Liberia announced the launch of the Group of Friends on Safety and Security of Shipping and Seafarers (GoF on S4) on September 28, 2026. The platform is intended to improve shipping security, strengthen the protection of maritime routes and maintain seafarer welfare as a priority in international discussions.

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