What has IMO done to help developing countries implement the ISPS Code?
In 2002, IMO initiated a major programme under its Integrated Technical Co operation Programme (ITCP) to assist developing countries to contribute to the global effort to protect shipping from terrorist attacks. A sum of US$2,145,000 was set aside in the ITCP for 2002-2003 with a further US$500,000 allocated in 2004-2005 to undertake the work involved. More than 60 regional and national seminars and workshops on maritime security, together with a number of advisory and assessment missions, have already been undertaken and more are planned. A Maritime Security Trust Fund has been established and financial support and pledges from a number of Member Governments have been received.
