MEPC 81/5/4: Regulation 4.1 of MARPOL Annex VI must not be interpreted in isolation of other regulations, resolutions and obligations

Submitted by FOEI, WWF, Pacific Environment and CSC

This document recalls the duty of State Parties to MARPOL Annex VI to not impair or damage the environment, human health, property or resources when approving alternative compliance methods and reflects on the importance of not interpreting regulation 4.1 of MARPOL Annex VI in isolation of other regulations and obligations.

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