MARITIME Industry Authority (Marina) Administrator Maximo Mejia is still keeping his fingers crossed over the decision of the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) that gave a thumbs down rating to the Philippines, for failing to meet the qualifications set by European and international maritime safety standards.

Among the possible sanctions that may be imposed on the Philippines is a ban on the hiring of Filipino seamen.

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