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Resolution 16/09 Establishing a Technical Committee on Management Procedures.

Country/Territory
Document type
Regulation
Date
2016
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation International organization International relations/cooperation Policy/planning
Abstract

This Resolution of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC), adopted in accordance with the provisions of Article IX, paragraph 1 of the IOTC Agreement, establishes a Technical Committee on Management Procedures (TCMP) with the objective of addressing the priorities identified in Resolutions 14/03 on enhancing the dialogue between fisheries scientists and managers, and 15/10 on target and limit reference points and a decision framework or any subsequent resolutions addressing Management Strategy Evaluation and Management Procedures. The objectives of the TCMP shall be to: a. Enhance the decision making response of the Commission in relation to management procedures, including recommendations made by the Scientific Committee; b. Enhance communication and foster dialogue and mutual understanding between the Scientific Committee and the Commission on matters relating to management procedures; and c. Assist the Commission to obtain and promote the effective use of scientific resources and information. The outcomes of the TCMP will be considered by the annual Commission Session under a standing agenda item for that purpose, as well as through the Commission’s consideration of proposals relating to management procedures.

Full text
English
Website
www.iotc.org