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Coalition for Fisheries Transparency is a voice of global civil society organizations that strive to advance #fisheriestransparency in marine governance.
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Developing united and transparent fisheries databases at the national level is a key part of aligning with the Global Charter for Fisheries Transparency
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Deputy PM urges completion of accurate, sufficient fisheries management database
Developing a unified and transparent fisheries database is a top priority to meet the European Commission (EC)’s recommendations and ensure sustainable development of Vietnam’s fisheries industry.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Developing united and transparent fisheries databases at the national level is a key part of aligning with the Global Charter for Fisheries Transparency
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The push for fisheries transparency and improved governance must not be stymied by old conflicts.
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UK-Argentina territorial dispute blocking progress on establishing a Southwest Atlantic RFMO
Due to territorial disputes over the Falkland Islands, China has been allowed to overfish in the Southwest Atlantic, a Falklands seafood firm owner said.
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November 7, 2025 at 1:41 PM
The push for fisheries transparency and improved governance must not be stymied by old conflicts.
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New research from the EU IUU Fishing Coalition reveals that EU import controls and poor implementation of EU law may be allowing illegal fishing products to end up on European plates.
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Beyond catch: Why EU import controls still fail to keep illegal seafood out of the market
New research from the EU IUU Fishing Coalition reveals that EU import controls and poor implementation of EU law are allowing illegal fishing products to end up on European plates.
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November 3, 2025 at 1:18 PM
New research from the EU IUU Fishing Coalition reveals that EU import controls and poor implementation of EU law may be allowing illegal fishing products to end up on European plates.
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The effort to support local fisheries in protecting their livelihoods requires action at the global and national level, with participation from government, NGOs and fishing associations working together.
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Ghana’s 2025 Fisheries Reforms: Community efforts bring Volta’s fish back | Ghana News Agency
A GNA Feature by Ewoenam Kpodo Ho, Oct 27, GNA – When the fishing canoes of Adina and neighboring coastal communities began returning to shore in August, the…
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October 31, 2025 at 12:05 PM
The effort to support local fisheries in protecting their livelihoods requires action at the global and national level, with participation from government, NGOs and fishing associations working together.
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The future of the blue economy depends on closing gaps between legislation, law enforcement, policy implementation and stakeholder collaboration - as this piece from the Philippines discusses:
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Concerted efforts, implementation of laws to fulfill PH’s blue economy potential
The passage of the Philippine Blue Economy Act, closer coordination between government agencies and other stakeholders and consistent and strict implementation of relevant laws can significantly unlea...
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October 29, 2025 at 9:15 AM
The future of the blue economy depends on closing gaps between legislation, law enforcement, policy implementation and stakeholder collaboration - as this piece from the Philippines discusses:
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Chile has adopted an integrated approach to protect fishing activity in its national waters
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Chile relies on inter-institutional coordination to protect fishing activity in its national waters
Chile relies on inter-institutional coordination to protect fishing activity in its national waters
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October 24, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Chile has adopted an integrated approach to protect fishing activity in its national waters
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The issue of fisheries transparency gets brought home to London commuters through this ad campaign by the @ejfoundation.org
October 22, 2025 at 9:15 AM
The issue of fisheries transparency gets brought home to London commuters through this ad campaign by the @ejfoundation.org
Ghana expects to benefit as Fisheries Subsidies agreement enters force: "The ban on subsidies for IUU fishing directly strengthens Ghana’s efforts to eliminate illegal activities that undermine national fisheries."
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Ghana expects to benefit as Fisheries Subsidies agreement enters force
Ghana is set to benefit significantly from the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, which officially entered into force on 15th September, according to Ghana’s minister of ...
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October 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Ghana expects to benefit as Fisheries Subsidies agreement enters force: "The ban on subsidies for IUU fishing directly strengthens Ghana’s efforts to eliminate illegal activities that undermine national fisheries."
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The flaws of a system where European fishing companies have vessels flying African flags become apparent in this story about a deadly shipwreck off Mauritania
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Behind a deadly shipwreck in Mauritania, some dubious European interests — Coalition for Fair Fisheries Arrangements
In mid-September, a factory ship flying the Gambian flag and owned by a Maltese company collided with and sank a trawler flying the Mauritanian flag and owned by a Spanish company. Five Mauritanian se...
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October 15, 2025 at 4:08 PM
The flaws of a system where European fishing companies have vessels flying African flags become apparent in this story about a deadly shipwreck off Mauritania
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The fight against illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing is becoming a national issue in Vietnam - as leaders call on the country's fishing sector to stop contributing to this major global problem.
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PM urges IUU fishing eradication to protect Vietnam’s reputation
The fight against IUU fishing must go hand in hand with building a fisheries sector that serves the long-term interests of the nation and its people, the...
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October 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM
The fight against illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing is becoming a national issue in Vietnam - as leaders call on the country's fishing sector to stop contributing to this major global problem.
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“Squid are vital to ocean health and to the people who depend on the sea for food and livelihoods, Governments must work together to protect them, or risk a catastrophe that will reverberate far beyond these waters."
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Southwest Atlantic 'squid plundering' puts fishery at risk of collapse - Oceanographic
Investigation from EJF exposes the 'uncontrolled plundering' of squid by distant-water vessels targeting squid populations off Argentina
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October 8, 2025 at 11:24 AM
“Squid are vital to ocean health and to the people who depend on the sea for food and livelihoods, Governments must work together to protect them, or risk a catastrophe that will reverberate far beyond these waters."
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The presence of foreign trawlers in the waters of The Gambia is resulting in violent confrontations with local fishers, as coastal communities across West Africa face increasing pressure
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‘Sea War’: Locals Face Off Against Foreign Trawlers In The Gambia
Fury over fishing in The Gambia has reached a fever pitch. Now locals are feuding with foreign industrial trawlers in the country’s waters. The Gambia’s government requires foreign vessels operating o...
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October 6, 2025 at 9:23 AM
The presence of foreign trawlers in the waters of The Gambia is resulting in violent confrontations with local fishers, as coastal communities across West Africa face increasing pressure
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The fight against illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing was a major topic of conversation during World Maritime Day commemorations last week.
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World Maritime Day 2025: A Global Celebration of Commitment and Responsibility - Cleaner Seas
Every year, World Maritime Day provides an opportunity to recognise the indispensable role shipping plays in global trade, cultural exchange, and environmental stewardship. On 25 September 2025, count...
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October 1, 2025 at 12:45 PM
The fight against illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing was a major topic of conversation during World Maritime Day commemorations last week.
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“Liberia is proud to lead this regional effort as we work together to strengthen fisheries governance, promote transparency, and protect the livelihoods of millions who depend on marine resources.”
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Liberia Takes Regional Lead In Fight Against Illegal Fishing - FrontPageAfrica
Monrovia-Liberia is taking center stage in West Africa’s push to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing as the nation’s fisheries chief leads key regional engagements aimed at streng...
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September 26, 2025 at 5:05 PM
“Liberia is proud to lead this regional effort as we work together to strengthen fisheries governance, promote transparency, and protect the livelihoods of millions who depend on marine resources.”
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Senior Communications Manager, Coalition for Fisheries Transparency | Oceana
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September 18, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Overfishing and Climate Change are threatening the future of Phillipine fisheries
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Filipino Fishers Face Impossible Future | Climate Crisis – Archyde
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September 17, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Overfishing and Climate Change are threatening the future of Phillipine fisheries
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Port States can play an even more important role in supporting fisheries transparency and combatting illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing
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Leveraging port state measures to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing
Reducing IUU fishing risks depends on implementing consistent, effective port State measures across foreign and domestic fleets.
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September 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Port States can play an even more important role in supporting fisheries transparency and combatting illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing
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A new report called "Criminal Catches" from the Coalition for Fisheries Transparency calls out the surge of illegal seafood entering the UK food supply chain since Brexit.
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Report Claims UK Seafood Imports at High Risk from Illegal Fishing - UK Fishing Industry - The Fishing Daily - Irish, UK and European Fishing Industry News
A report from the Coalition for Fisheries Transparency warns UK seafood imports are at high risk from illegal fishing
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September 5, 2025 at 9:25 AM
A new report called "Criminal Catches" from the Coalition for Fisheries Transparency calls out the surge of illegal seafood entering the UK food supply chain since Brexit.
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The Phillppines faces a fisheries crisis as production falls - overfishing blamed
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Fisheries crisis seen to deepen as production of common fish plunges | Jonathan L. Mayuga
AN international ocean conservation advocacy group warned on Wednesday that the Philippines is now facing a growing crisis in its fisheries sector, as production of commonly consumed fish continues to...
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September 4, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The Phillppines faces a fisheries crisis as production falls - overfishing blamed
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Great to see coverage of the Criminal Catches report (@ejfoundation.org & @fishcoalition.bsky.social) in @thetimes.com today, highlighting major risks in the UK's int'l seafood supply chain 🧵🐟
80%+ of the seafood consumed in the UK is imported.
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80%+ of the seafood consumed in the UK is imported.
Read the report: ejfoundation.org/reports/crim...
September 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Great to see coverage of the Criminal Catches report (@ejfoundation.org & @fishcoalition.bsky.social) in @thetimes.com today, highlighting major risks in the UK's int'l seafood supply chain 🧵🐟
80%+ of the seafood consumed in the UK is imported.
Read the report: ejfoundation.org/reports/crim...
80%+ of the seafood consumed in the UK is imported.
Read the report: ejfoundation.org/reports/crim...
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Alongside sustainable management of domestic fishing, we need robust checks on imported seafood, to ensure consumers aren't unwittingly buying into illegality overseas. We're working with @ejfoundation.org as part of the @fishcoalition.bsky.social to demand the UK governments put this right 🧵🐟
September 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Alongside sustainable management of domestic fishing, we need robust checks on imported seafood, to ensure consumers aren't unwittingly buying into illegality overseas. We're working with @ejfoundation.org as part of the @fishcoalition.bsky.social to demand the UK governments put this right 🧵🐟
Coastal communities in West Africa face major challenges from illegal fishing and foreign fleets
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How foreign subsidies are undermining West Africa’s fishers
Access agreements allowing other countries’ boats into their waters are driving local people to despair, but change may be coming
dialogue.earth
September 3, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Coastal communities in West Africa face major challenges from illegal fishing and foreign fleets
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Overfishing is a massive global issue. Tougher regulation is needed, particularly at the national level:
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August 29, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Overfishing is a massive global issue. Tougher regulation is needed, particularly at the national level:
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Read further: ifamagazine.com/the-ocean-is...
Ghana's fisheries and aquaculture bill wins praise: ejfoundation.org/news-media/e...
Environmental Justice Foundation welcomes historic assent to Ghana’s…
The Environmental Justice Foundation exists to protect the natural world and defend our basic human right to a secure environment.
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August 26, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Ghana's fisheries and aquaculture bill wins praise: ejfoundation.org/news-media/e...