China establishes Permanent Mission to IMO, strengthens maritime cooperation

Chinese Ambassador to the UK Zheng Zeguang formally visited the headquarters of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and delivered the official announcement of China's decision to establish a Permanent Mission to the UN agency.

During the meeting, Ambassador Zheng Zeguang presented his credentials to Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez, confirming his current appointment as China's Permanent Representative to the IMO.

Ambassador Zheng Zeguang stressed that the Chinese government attaches great importance to the IMO's role in promoting maritime safety, environmental protection and international cooperation.

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