World celebrates Day of the Seafarer to honor global trade workers
全球慶祝海員日，向從事全球貿易的工作者致敬
更新於: 2026年6月25日 上午03:30
On June 25 every year, the world marks the Day of the Seafarer, an annual observance established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to honor the unsung heroes of our global economy.
每年6月25日，世界各國都會慶祝「海員日」(Seafarer's Day)，這是一個由國際海事組織(IMO)設立的年度紀念日，旨在向全球經濟中默默奉獻的無名英雄致敬。
While many of us take for granted the goods that arrive on our doorstep, nearly 90% of global trade is transported by sea.
雖然我們許多人將送到家門口的貨物視為理所當然，但全球近90%的貿易是通過海運運輸的。
From the food on our tables to the fuel in our cars, almost every aspect of modern life relies on the tireless work of nearly 2 million seafarers.
從我們餐桌上的食物到汽車裡的燃料，現代生活的幾乎每個方面都依賴於近200萬名海員的不懈工作。
These dedicated professionals come from over 150 nations, braving isolation, harsh weather, and modern geopolitical risks to keep supply chains moving.
這些敬業的專業人士來自150多個國家，他們冒著孤獨、惡劣天氣和現代地緣政治風險，以維持供應鏈的運轉。
The Day of the Seafarer serves as a crucial platform to advocate for their safety, mental health, and fair treatment.
海員日」作為一個重要的平台，倡導保護他們的安全、心理健康以及公平對待。
Whether through social media campaigns using #DayOfTheSeafarer or community events at major ports, this day is a reminder to express gratitude to those who spend months at sea, away from their families, ensuring that the world keeps turning.
無論是通過使用#DayOfTheSeafarer的主題標籤進行社交媒體宣傳，還是主要港口的社區活動，這一天都在提醒我們，要向那些花費數月時間在海上遠離家人，確保世界持續運轉的人們表達感謝。
They are the backbone of our global society, and their sacrifices deserve our recognition and respect.
他們是全球社會的支柱，他們的犧牲值得我們的認可與尊重。
