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Day of the Seafarer – 25 June
June 27 , 2018
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- The Day of the Seafarer is being observed every year on 25 June across the globe as an expression of thanks to the seafarers for their contribution to the economy and civil society of the world.
- The theme for the year 2018 is ‘Seafarers wellbeing’. It highlights issues of seafarers wellbeing, particularly mental health.
- The Day of the Seafarer was designated by International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in 2010.
- It was established in a resolution adopted by 2010 Diplomatic Conference in Manila to adopt revised Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)Convention, 1978.
- For the first time it was observed in 2011 and since then it is observed annually. It has also been included in the list of observances by United Nations.
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