By AGGREY MUTAMBOMore by this AuthorKenya has retained its seat on the Council of the International Maritime Organisation. The country now has a chance to continue playing a role in global shipping rule making. The vote on Friday evening in London saw 174 member states take part with Kenya retaining its seat under Category C of 20 countries usually reserved for those with special interest in maritime transport or navigation. "It confirms the world's confidence on our leadership around maritime transport and safety, and our commitment to the Blue Economy," he said. It is one seat at a UN agency where Kenya has dominated lately.

Source: Daily Nation November 30, 2019 21:33 UTC