Eight Filipino seafarers were detained in Malaysia for immigration violations. DMW conducted a welfare visit to assess their well-being. Labor Attachè and a lawyer presented a defense of good faith. DMW plans to investigate the manning agency and shipowner. The government’s response demonstrates a commitment to protecting OFWs’ rights and well-being.
The crew of Azerbaijani ships detained in Eritrea has been successfully brought back home after months of negotiations and diplomatic efforts. The return of the citizens of Azerbaijan, who were held since November, highlights the importance of international cooperation in protecting the rights and well-being of individuals abroad.
The 21 crewmembers of the bulker Debi, detained for a year on charges of drug smuggling, have staged a protest to draw attention to their situation. Managed by Asia Pacific Shipping Co. of Hanoi, Vietnam, the vessel has been detained since December 2023 and officially placed under arrest in February 2024.
A magistrate in Colombo, Sri Lanka has ordered the master of a tanker responsible for a minor oil spill in the harbor to remain in the country for 30 days. The spill, traced back to the Indian-owned vessel Ark Prestige, has prompted authorities to seek compensation and take measures to contain and address the environmental impact.
