Trade union federation accuses UAE vessel operator of seafarer abandonment

A tug operated by UAE-based Middle East Marine

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) recently issued a statement condemning UAE-based towage company Middle East Marine for what it claims are “systematic abuse and neglect of over 100 seafarers.” The ITF said it is calling on the UAE government and the Palau maritime authorities...

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VP Harris Stresses U.S. Commitment to Indo-Pacific During Regional Tour, Calls Out Chinese Aggression

Vice President Kamala Harris visits the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16), Aug. 23, 2021. US Navy Photo

KUALA LUMPUR – The United States will stand with its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region against any threats to the rules-based order, Vice President Kamala Harris said during a swing through the region this week.

Harris said the U.S. will support allies facing any threats to their sovereignty and she criticized China’s actions in regard to its claims in...

https://news.usni.org/2021/08/27/vp-harris-stresses-u-s-commitment-to-indo-pacific-during-regional-tour-calls-out-chinese-aggression