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In a meaningful stride towards bolstering sustainable fishing practices and enhancing maritime governance, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is assisting Guinea-Bissau in its efforts to accede to the Agreement on Port State Measures (PSMA).Designed to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, the PSMA represents a vital framework for cooperation among nations to ensure the integrity of marine resources. Guinea-Bissau, with its rich fishing grounds and dependence on the fisheries sector for economic stability, stands to benefit immensely from this alignment with international standards. This partnership between the FAO and Guinea-Bissau highlights a collective commitment to safeguarding the marine ecosystem while promoting sustainable livelihoods for communities reliant on fisheries. As the global demand for fish continues to rise, strengthening governance in port state measures becomes increasingly critical, making this initiative timely and essential for the future of Guinea-Bissau’s marine resources.
FAO’s Role in Supporting Guinea-Bissau’s Integration into the Port State Measures Agreement
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has played a pivotal role in assisting Guinea-Bissau as it seeks to enhance its fisheries management through the Port State Measures Agreement (PSMA). This international treaty is designed to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, fostering sustainable fishing practices that are crucial…
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Author : William Green
Publish date : 2025-05-15 21:25:00
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