Indonesia strengthens protection of critical habitat for sharks and rays

The Indonesian government through the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries continues to strengthen efforts to protect the critical habitat of sharks and rays in the country. Read more here.

Ship emissions targeted in landmark ruling on climate change responsibility

In a landmark and historic ruling, the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea has issued a long-awaited advisory opinion on the responsibility of states to tackle climate change. Read more here.

Building climate resilience together with Alaska’s fishing communities

Gulf of Alaska communities have a long history of adaptation. They have survived and thrived through wars, economic depressions, and natural disasters. They have also adapted to changes in the fishing industry, such as the decline of populations and the rise of aquaculture. Fishing communities are resilient. Read more here.

Vietnam accused of being irresponsible for the marine environment in the EEZ agreement

Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) Sakti Wahyu Trenggono expressed his disappointment with Vietnam’s unwillingness to share responsibility. Read more here.

No mercy for overfished yellow tuna at Indian Ocean fisheries meeting

Members of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission, the intergovernmental body that regulates fishing for tuna and tuna-like species in the region, met May 13-17 in Bangkok. Read more here.