MLC (Maritime Labour Convention)
MLC (Maritime Labour Convention) Introduction to International Labour Standards Since 1919, the International Labour Organization has maintained and developed a system of International Labour Standards aimed at promoting opportunities for women and men to obtain decent and productive work, in conditions of freedom, equity, security and dignity. In today's globalized economy, international labour standards are an essential component in the international framework for ensuring that the growth of the global economy provides benefits to all. Note 1 - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon Message for the World Day of Social Justice, 20 February 2014 Global support for the International Labour Organization’s Maritime Labour convention continues to increase. Currently, the ILO has registered ratification's of the convention by 82 ILO member States responsible for regulating conditions for seafarers on more than 90...
