Government officials from Myanmar are attending a five-day workshop at IMO Headquarters (2-6 November). The 10 participants will gain insight into IMO treaties on liability and compensation and the benefits, rights and obligations of Parties to these conventions. A second component of the workshop is dedicated to the review of the draft Myanmar Merchant Shipping Law in the framework of the assistance provided by IMO to Myanmar in the development of their national maritime legislation. A third component of the workshop covers fair treatment of seafarers. The workshop is being supported by IMO, ITF, Seafarer Rights International and the IOPC funds.