The "Chaisiri Reefer 2" Case (Panama v. Yemen), Prompt Release

On 3 July 2001, an Application under article 292 of the Convention was filed on behalf of Panama against Yemen for the prompt release of the Chaisiri Reefer 2, a vessel flying the flag of Panama, its cargo and crew. The case was entered in the list of cases as Case No. 9.

Following an agreement between Panama and Yemen, the President of the Tribunal, by Order dated 13 July 2001, placed on record the discontinuance of the proceedings and directed the removal of the case from the list of cases.

Institution of Proceedings

• Application submitted on behalf of Panama

Orders

• Order 2001/3 of 6 July 2001
• Order 2001/4 of 13 July 2001

Press Releases

• ITLOS/Press 51: Application filed on behalf of Panama against Yemen for release of arrested vessel
• ITLOS/Press 52: Case removed from Tribunal's list