The MTWTU continues monitoring the situation, associated with the introduction of martial law in Ukraine

The law of Ukraine, which approved the Decree of the President of Ukraine on the introduction of martial law in Ukraine, has been submitted for signature to the President, after which its official publication is expected.

If any seafarers have any questions in respect to the current situation, please contact the MTWTU for clarifications. If anyone has already encountered certain difficulties, please inform us immediately. This can be done via social networks, our website, or by phone – 0482 42 99 02.

Please keep calm, do not fall victim to provocations and please do not distribute unverified information.

At the moment, none of the reported cases of seafarers having problems at the border, has not been confirmed.


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