The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) recently convened its highly anticipated 2nd Working Group Meeting, hosted graciously by Interport Maritime Limited (IML).
The meeting took place on Monday last, according to a press release.

The day before, MACN unveiled its comprehensive report “Collective Actions against Maritime Corruptions in Bangladesh project (2021-2023)”, setting the stage for robust discussions during the meeting.

With an overarching goal of addressing corruption in the maritime sector, the meeting brought together a diverse array of stakeholders, including representatives from various member companies.

The proceedings were under the guidance of Shahamin S Zaman, executive director of UN Global Compact Network Bangladesh (UN GCNB), who adeptly facilitated discussions on critical issues.

Tanjil Ahmed Ruhullah, managing director of Interport Maritime Ltd, took on the dual roles of host and Director of the Bangladesh Shipping Agents Association (BSAA), adding a unique perspective to the deliberations.

Jonas Soberg Erlandsen, Senior Lead MACN South Asia and Cdre Syed Arilful Islam BN (Retd), Project Lead of MACN Bangladesh, among others, graced the meeting with their presence, contributing invaluable insights.

Participants of the meeting explored various reporting methods and mitigation strategies, with a strong emphasis on the necessity of collective action from both public and private sectors to effect meaningful change.

Additionally, the meeting showcased Interport Maritime Limited's proactive involvement in several cases, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and adherence to protocol.

The meeting was also attended by Capt Zillur Rahman and Capt Syed Amir Ahmed from Marine Surveyors Association of Bangladesh (MSAB); Md Mostafizur Rahman, former Secretary at Government of Bangladesh; Bhim Charan Roy, Advocate at Supreme Court; Mohammad Asif Iqbal and Likhan Sarker from Interport Maritime Limited (IML); and Ashfaq Nafi and Tasfiah Tasneem from UN Global Compact Network Bangladesh (UN GCNB).