What international organization is charged with coordinating safety regulations for international ships?
Correct answer: B. International Maritime Organization (IMO)
- A. World Ship Safety Union (WSSU)
- B. International Maritime Organization (IMO)
- C. International shipping Union (ISU)
- D. United Nation Committee for Law of the Seas (UNCLoS)
Explanation
The International Maritime Organization is the UN agency responsible for global maritime safety, security and pollution-prevention standards. The other bodies listed are not recognized international organizations with this mandate.
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