Resolution on the Process for Improved Compliance of Resolution Adopted by the Commission (Resolution C-22-02). Country/Territory Document type Regulation Date 2022 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Data collection/reporting Enforcement/compliance Cartilaginous fishes Sustainable use Monitoring Abstract This resolution is ratified in light of the goals of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC) emphasizing on the importance of Member compliance with Commission measures to fulfill the objectives of the Antigua Convention. This resolution applies to both Members and cooperating non-Members of the Commission (CPCs) and provides the structure on Committee meetings and compliance requirements. The resolution acknowledges that there is a need for enhanced compliance within the Commission and highlights the efforts of other tuna regional fisheries management organizations (RFMOs) that have already initiated comprehensive programs for reviewing each member's compliance status. In response to this, the IATTC agrees to implement a similar process for reviewing compliance status. The resolution outlines the process for improved compliance, emphasizing the importance of cooperation among Members and cooperating non Members of the Commission. It establishes the Committee for the Review of Implementation of Measures adopted by the Commission, which is responsible for conducting compliance reviews and identifying areas for improvement. The Committee is also tasked with preparing compliance reports and making recommendations to the Commission based on the results of the review. Additionally, the resolution addresses the follow-up of the Committee's work, including the adoption of the Final Compliance report by the Commission and the communication of compliance status to each Member. It also considers the development of a scheme of sanctions and incentives to improve compliance and the possibility of capacity building support measures and technical assistance for Members. The text contains 12 Articles and 2 Attachments. Full text English Website www.iattc.org References - Legislation Repeals Resolution on the process for improved compliance of resolutions adopted by the Commission (C-11-07). Legislation | 2011 Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Data collection/reporting, Monitoring, Enforcement/compliance, Cartilaginous fishes Source: FAO, FAOLEX