Exam Question

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006, often termed the "seafarers' bill of rights," establishes minimum working and living standards for all seafarers working on ships flying the flags of ratifying countries. It is structured around a system of shared responsibility between Flag States, Port States, and Shipowners.
### (a) Flag State and Port State Responsibilities
**1. Flag State Responsibilities:**
The Flag State bears the primary responsibility for ensuring that ships flying its flag comply with the requirements of the MLC, 2006.