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Global webinar on core public health capacities to conduct ship inspections and issue ship sanitation certificates

WHO hosted a two-day global webinar on ship inspections and ship sanitation certificates to boost public health capacity.
The event drew over 700 attendees from port health, ship inspection, and public health sectors across multiple regions.
The webinar aligned with the amended International Health Regulations that took effect in 2025.
Experts underscored that regular ship inspections help ensure SSCs meet IHR requirements and reduce disease spread.
SSCs are the recognized tool to standardize health measures and communications between ports and ship operators.
Only SSCs issued by ports authorized by national authorities are valid under the IHR.
Participant case studies from the Netherlands, Morocco, and Tanzania illustrated practical IHR applications.
WHO plans to replicate similar sessions to reach more time zones and regions.
The sessions covered topics from international legal frameworks to practical vessel inspections.
The event emphasized cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange in maritime health.

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