Agreement between Syria and Libya on sea transportation and ports ratified by Law No. 31 of 2007.

This Agreement is composed of 17 articles. Article 1 defines objectives of this Agreement in particular: reinforcement and development of the cooperation and coordination between tow Parties in sea transportation; development of economic and commercial relationships between both Countries; exchange of experiences in the field of training and qualification of operators in sea transportation and ports; and, cooperation and collaboration in sea security and safety. Article 2 gives terms and definitions. Article 3 pertains to the applying scope. Articles 4 to 6 deal with the following matters: practising of the sea transportation; treatment of ships in ports; and, payment of fees and taxes. Articles 7 to 10 provide for the following matters: ship’s nationalities and documents; identification documents of sailors; sailor’s rights; and sea accidents. Article 11 deal with dispute settlement. Article 12 addresses the human development (education, training and capacity building). Articles 13 to 15 contain the following matters: recognition of certificates, diplomas, qualifications and degrees; and, national sea legislations. Article 16 decrees the establishment of the Joint Sea Committee for the implementation of this Agreement. Article 17 contains final provisions.