印度计划在 10 年内回收 16,000 艘船舶，并承诺提供 80 亿美元的财政承诺：索诺瓦尔

India aims to recycle nearly 16,000 ships over the next decade, and the country has announced a financial commitment of $8 billion to support the growth of the shipbuilding and ship recycling sectors, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said on Wednesday.

According to an official statement, India and the European Union have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in sustainable ship recycling, with both sides expressing confidence in the progress made in facilitating the inclusion of Indian ship recycling facilities under the European Union Ship Recycling Regulation (EUSRR).

During discussions between Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sonowal and European Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, Jessika Roswall, the two sides reviewed the ongoing audit and compliance process for Indian ship recycling yards, seeking recognition under the EU regulatory framework, it added.

Sonowal further said expanding the number of internationally recognised Indian recycling facilities would contribute significantly to the global circular economy by promoting environmentally sound recycling practices while creating employment and strengthening maritime sustainability.

Commissioner Roswall welcomed the progress achieved so far and proposed establishing a Joint Working Group (JWG) comprising representatives from the Ministry of Environment and other relevant ministries and organisations to facilitate effective coordination and support the next phase of the process.

The statement said the commissioner emphasised the importance of unannounced inspections in maintaining high standards of compliance, transparency and accountability, while noting that the matter would be discussed with EU member states during the autumn session before any final decision is taken.

Roswall also expressed her willingness to visit Indian ship recycling facilities after the consultation and assessment process is completed.