CMI - SINGAPORE

141. The observer delegation of the CMI introduced document LEG 80/10/5 identifying problems which arise where, following ratification, States Parties adopt different methods of implementation and where the courts of States Parties fail to give consistent interpretation to Convention provisions. The delegation stated the will of the CMI to carry forward research on the basis of questionnaires such as the one annexed by way of example in connection with the LLMC Convention. The CMI expressed readiness to undertake this research at its own cost, not only in connection with this treaty but also other treaties adopted as a consequence of the work of the Legal Committee. It would then report its findings to the Committee.

142. The initiative of the CMI was welcomed by many delegations. Some delegations emphasized the importance of obtaining information as to how the courts interpret IMO treaties. Some delegations questioned some aspects of the questionnaire. Other delegations had reservations.. it was noted that the CMI would modify the questionnaire in the light of comments made by the Committee.

143. Some delegations noted the need to avoid a situation in which the work undertaken by the CMI overlaps with other analogous exercises already in progress at IMO.

144. The Committee expressed its gratitude for the initiative of the CMI and endorsed the project, noting that the CMI would take account of the comments made in the Committee in finalizing its questionnaire. The Committee instructed the Secretariat to work with the CMI to ensure that this project does not duplicate other work in IMO. The Committee further requested the CMI to report back to the Committee on the progress of its research.





		(e) Implementation of international conventions 141. The observer delegation of the CMI introduced document LEG 80/10/5 identifying problems which arise where, following ratification, States Parties adopt different methods of implementation and where the courts of States Parties fail to give consistent interpretation to Convention provisions. The delegation stated the will of the CMI to carry forward research on the basis of questionnaires such as the one annexed by way of example in connection with the LLMC Convention. The CMI expressed readiness to undertake this research at its own cost, not only in connection with this treaty but also other treaties adopted as a consequence of the work of the Legal Committee. It would then report its findings to the Committee. 142. The initiative of the CMI was welcomed by many delegations. Some delegations emphasized the importance of obtaining information as to how the courts interpret IMO treaties. Some delegations questioned some aspects of the questionnaire. Other delegations had reservations.. it was noted that the CMI would modify the questionnaire in the light of comments made by the Committee. 143. Some delegations noted the need to avoid a situation in which the work undertaken by the CMI overlaps with other analogous exercises already in progress at IMO. 144. The Committee expressed its gratitude for the initiative of the CMI and endorsed the project, noting that the CMI would take account of the comments made in the Committee in finalizing its questionnaire. The Committee instructed the Secretariat to work with the CMI to ensure that this project does not duplicate other work in IMO. The Committee further requested the CMI to report back to the Committee on the progress of its research.