Sweden elected to International Maritime Organization Council
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Sweden has been elected to the Council of the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the 2026–2027 term. This means that Sweden will continue to be able to influence global shipping’s development and advocate competitive and sustainable shipping.
Minister for Infrastructure and Housing Andreas Carlson took part in the 34th session of the IMO Assembly in London, where Sweden was elected to the IMO Council. During his address to the Assembly, Mr Carlson emphasised Sweden’s long-term commitment to sustainable and competitive shipping.
“Sweden has a long tradition as a maritime nation. As a Member of the IMO Council, Sweden will promote competitive and sustainable shipping. As the host country of the World Maritime University in Malmö, Sweden continues to be a strong proponent of effective and inclusive international regulatory development,” says Mr Carlson.
As a Member of the IMO Council, Sweden can also influence how the IMO is governed, its budget and its strategic direction.
Facts
The IMO Assembly meets every other year and comprises all 176 IMO Member States. The Council is the IMO’s executive organ comprising 40 Members. The candidacy is for the 2026–2027 term.
