Decision No. 191/2003/QĐ-TTg approves amendments and supplements to certain chapters of the International Convention on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS Convention 74) in 2002 and requests the Ministry of Transport to take the lead in implementing necessary tasks to ensure full implementation before July 1, 2004.
Key points
- The Ministry of Transport has been approved to amend and supplement the SOLAS Convention 74 in 2002
- The Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Justice, and related agencies must take the lead and coordinate in implementing necessary tasks to implement the amendment and supplementation of the SOLAS Convention 74 before July 1, 2004.
- A Steering Committee for the Implementation of Amendments and Supplements to the SOLAS Convention 74 is established with the Deputy Minister of Transport as Chairperson, tasked with researching and directing the preparation work for the implementation of the amendments and supplements to the Convention.
- The Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs shall cooperate in handling diplomatic procedures for participation as prescribed.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Positive impact: Ensuring the safety of human life at sea and enhancing the efficiency of maritime transport operations.
- Negative impact: It may incur costs for related agencies during the implementation process.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When was the SOLAS Convention 74 amended and supplemented?
In 2002.
What responsibilities does the Ministry of Transport have in implementing the amendments and supplements to the SOLAS Convention 74?
The Ministry of Transport is responsible for leading and coordinating with relevant ministries and sectors to implement necessary tasks before July 1, 2004.
Who comprises the Steering Committee for the Implementation of Amendments and Supplements to the SOLAS Convention 74?
The Steering Committee is chaired by a Deputy Minister of Transport and includes representatives from the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of National Defense (Coast Guard Bureau, Border Guard Force), the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Justice.
When does this decision come into effect?
This decision takes effect from the date of issuance.
What necessary tasks are required to implement the amendments and supplements to the SOLAS Convention 74?
Necessary tasks include researching the content and directing the preparation work for the implementation of the amendments and supplements to the SOLAS Convention 74.
Full text
Pursuant to …;
Regarding the approval of amendments and supplements in 2002 to some chapters of The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
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PRIME MINISTER
Pursuant to the Law on Organization of the Government dated December 25, 2001;
Pursuant to the provisions of the Ordinance on the Conclusion and Implementation of International Treaties issued on August 20, 1998;
Based on the proposal of the Minister of Transport in Document No. 3573/GTVT-PC dated August 18, 2003;
DECISION:
Article 1. Approves the amendments and supplements in 2002 to some chapters of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS 74), attached to the International Maritime Security Code (ISPS), as proposed by the Ministry of Transport in the aforementioned document.
Article 2. Entrusts the Ministry of Transport to be the lead agency of Vietnam, to take the initiative and coordinate with the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Justice, and related agencies to promptly implement necessary tasks to ensure full implementation of the 2002 amendments to the Convention before it comes into effect on July 1, 2004.
Article 3. Agrees to establish a Steering Committee for the implementation of the amendments to the SOLAS 74 Convention, headed by one Deputy Minister of Transport. Members of the Steering Committee include representatives from the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of National Defense (Coast Guard Bureau, Border Guard Force), the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Justice. The Steering Committee has the following responsibilities:
- Organizing research on the content and directing the preparation of work to implement the amendments to the SOLAS 74 Convention.
- Approving the preparation plan, monitoring, and handling issues arising during the implementation process to ensure that the amended provisions of the SOLAS 74 Convention are implemented and applied in Vietnam before July 1, 2004.
Article 4. The Ministry of Transport will cooperate with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to handle diplomatic procedures for participation according to regulations.
Article 5. This Decision takes effect from the date of signature.
The Minister of Transport, the Ministers, and the Heads of relevant agencies shall be responsible for implementing this Decision.
DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER
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