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International:
Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping
of Wastes and Other Matter (as amended)
Objectives:
To control pollution of the sea by dumping and to encourage
regional agreements supplementary to the Convention.
Summary of Provisions:
- Covers all seas, and all deliberate disposal of wastes
other than that incidental to the normal operation of ships
and aircraft.
- Dumping of matter listed in annex I is prohibited, matter
listed in annex II is allowable only by special permit and
matter listed in annex III is allowable only by general
permit. In the case of force majeure or extreme urgency,
exceptions are permitted.
- To establish authorities to issue permits, keep records
and monitor the condition of the seas.
- To enforce measures on all flag aircraft and ships, as
well as ships and aircraft loading within their territories/territorial
seas.
- To enter into regional agreements to prevent marine pollution.
- To collaborate in training personnel, supplying equipment
for research and monitoring, and disposing of and treating
wastes.
- Procedures to be developed for assessment of liability
and settlement of disputes.
- To promote measures to prevent pollution by hydrocarbons,
other matter transported other than for dumping, wastes
generated during operation of ships, radioactive pollutants
and matter originating from exploration of the sea bed.
Date of Adoption:
29.12.1972 (London, Mexico City, Moscow, Washington)
Date of entry into force:
30.8.1975
Arab Participants:
Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, U.A.E
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