At the UN, Latin America seeks to strengthen maritime cooperation.

Until July 29th, high-ranking officials from the Latin American maritime sector are participating in the First Joint Meeting of Directors and Heads of Maritime Administrations of Latin America, Damla 1, in Guatemala City, according to a note from "ONU News". At the event, Latin American maritime administrations seek to strengthen dialogue in the sector, identify priorities, and reinforce regional collaboration. Expanded regional cooperation In his opening remarks, the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, stated that the agency is committed to supporting Latin American member states through technical cooperation adapted to regional priorities. He highlighted the role of joint work in developing more robust maritime administrations, capable of implementing IMO instruments and responding to the sector's constantly evolving needs. The UN agency's goal is to strengthen institutional capacities to promote inclusive leadership, gender equality, more attentive work environments, and effective governance in the region's maritime administrations. Meeting seeks collective agreement. The convention falls within the framework of the IMO's Integrated Technical Cooperation Program and supports the organization's efforts to strengthen maritime governance, institutional capacity, and sustainable maritime development throughout Latin America. Representatives of member states are expected to conclude the meeting with an agreement on a common path to further strengthen maritime cooperation in the region. The event was convened by the IMO, in conjunction with the Government of Guatemala and the Central American Maritime Transport Commission, Cocatram. Maritime security worldwide is a priority for the United Nations and one of the topics debated in the UN Security Council within the framework of peace and security. 

This text was translated by machine from Brazilian Portuguese.