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the availability of qualified seafarers within the

State of registration,

- multilateral or bilateral agreements or other

arrangements of any nature valid and enforceable

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pursuant to the legislation of the State of

registration,

- sound and economically viable operation of its

ships.

3.

The State of registration should implement the

provision in paragraph 1

in paragraph 1 on a ship or company or fleet

basis.

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4.

The State of registration, in accordance with its

laws and regulations, may allow persons of other

nationalities to serve on board vessels flying its flag in

accordance with the relevant provisions of this Agreement.

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5.

In pursuance of the goal set out in paragraph 1, the State of registration should, in co-operation with

shipowners, promote the education and training of its

nationals or persons domiciled within its territory.

6.

The State of registration shall ensure:

(a)

that the manning of ships flying its flag is

of such a level and competence as to ensure