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Suva, Fiji (10 February, 2023) - A new milestone was reached with the recent launch of the Pacific’s first ever accredited Pacific Ocean Finance certificate programme which is delivered under USP’s component of the Pacific-European Union Marine Partnership (PEUMP) Programme, funded by the European Union (EU) and the government of Sweden.
Final report prepared for the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
AP_2/39 Assessment of by-catch of threatened marine species by small scale fishers and mitigation options in the Kikori River Delta, Papua New Guinea
Pacific Harbour, Fiji - A book launch was held in Pacific Harbour, Fiji on the occasion the European Union (EU) -Pacific Policy Dialogue Roundtable on oceans meeting, led by the Pacific-European Union Marine Partnership (PEUMP) Programme with the participation of national delegates and programme partners.
Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has taken a significant leap in its commitment to combat illegal fishing in the Pacific, teaming up with the University of South Pacific (USP) to develop a new fisheries programme dedicated toward fisheries investigation and legal enforcement in the Pacific region.
This programme, the Diploma of Fisheries Investigation and Prosecution, marks a key milestone in Pacific fisheries education and was officially inaugurated at the FFA headquarters in Honiara last week.
Tarawa, Kiribati – The seafood industry plays a crucial role in the Kiribati economy, providing sustenance and supporting livelihoods within Kiribati communities. To bolster the capabilities of individuals within this sector, we are thrilled to announce the completion of Kiribati’s first batch of graduates of the micro qualification training on establishing and operating a small seafood business.
SUVA, FIJI, APRIL 22, 2024– The Pacific region's reliance on its rich marine resources- critical in food security, economic stability, and cultural heritage, makes it imperative that sustainable fishing practices are not just encouraged but strictly enforced, Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Dr Manu Tupou-Roosen says.
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed colleagues, and valued community members,
Welcome to our important gathering today, where we focus on the critical role of Community-Based Fisheries Management (CBFM) in sustaining the vibrant coastal fisheries that are a cornerstone of our regional identity and economy.