'Corrupt ship inspectors demand our food and cargo'
Source: BBC
Seafarers have told the BBC port officials routinely demand cash, cigarettes, food and drink as bribes before allowing ships through. So-called "gratuities" are against international anti-corruption laws. But the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network said it received 5,183 reports in 2023.The International Association of Ports and Harbours is working to tackle it.Ex-captain Stephen Gudgeon said he was once held at…
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