Agreement between Syria and Libya on sea transportation and ports ratified by Law No. 31of 2007

اتفاق النقل البحري والموانئ بين سوريا وليبيا المصدق بالقانون رقم 31 لسنة 2007م

This Agreement is composed of 17 articles. Article 1 defines objectives of this Agreement in particular: reinforcement and development of the cooperation and coordination between tow Parties in sea transportation; development of economic and commercial relationships between both Countries; exchange of experiences in the field of training and qualification of operators in sea transportation and ports; and, cooperation and collaboration in sea security and safety. Article 2 gives terms and definitions. Article 3 pertains to the applying scope. Articles 4 to 6 deal with the following matters: practising of the sea transportation; treatment of ships in ports; and, payment of fees and taxes. Articles 7 to 10 provide for the following matters: ship’s nationalities and documents; identification documents of sailors; sailor’s rights; and sea accidents. Article 11 deal with dispute settlement. Article 12 addresses the human development (education, training and capacity building). Articles 13 to 15 contain the following matters: recognition of certificates, diplomas, qualifications and degrees; and, national sea legislations. Article 16 decrees the establishment of the Joint Sea Committee for the implementation of this Agreement. Article 17 contains final provisions.