2017 Day of the Seafarer observed
Q. When is the Day of Seafarer observed?- Published on 27 Jun 17a. 23 June
b. 24 June
c. 25 June
d. 26 June
ANSWER: 25 June
The 2017 Day of the Seafarer (DotS) was observed on 25 June 2017 by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) with the theme ‘Seafarers Matter’.
This year’s theme aims to particularly engage ports and seafarer centres to demonstrate how much seafarers matter to them.
The idea is for ports and seafarer centres to share and showcase best practices in seafarer support and welfare, and organise special activities for seafarers on the day.
Day of Seafarer: Know More- The Day of the Seafarer (DotS) was established in a resolution adopted by the 2010 Diplomatic Conference in Manila.
- The Day was proclaimed with an aim to recognize the unique contribution made by seafarers from all over the world to international seaborne trade and civil society as a whole.
- The resolution encourages governments, shipping organizations, companies, shipowners and all other parties concerned to promote the Day of the Seafarer and take action to celebrate it meaningfully.