FAO, Food and Agriculture Organization (2025) Committee on fisheries. Sub-committee on fisheries management. Second session. 23–27 February 2026. Reykjavík, Iceland: Developing capacity for fisheries data collection and stock assessment: Towards effective evidence-based fisheries management (COFI:FM/II/2026/INF/5). Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Rome, Italy.
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This information document provides additional information related to the working document COFI:FM/II/2026/3 outlining the proposed Global Programme for Capacity Development in Fisheries Data Collection and Stock Assessment, including its rationale, objectives, structure, implementation approach, estimated costs, and strategic relevance. Marine and inland fisheries are essential for food security, nutrition, livelihoods, and economic development, yet they face growing pressures from overfishing, illegal fishing, pollution, and climate change. These challenges highlight gaps in national capacity, as many countries lack the frameworks, technical expertise, and tools to monitor fish stocks, produce reliable statistics, and provide evidence based management advice. These gaps impede the ability of governments to respond to sustainability challenges, participate effectively in regional fisheries governance, or fulfil global reporting commitments. To address this, FAO proposes a Global Programme designed to strengthen institutional capacity, develop technical expertise, and foster regional cooperation, enabling the generation of high-quality fisheries data and robust stock assessments. Implemented in phased stages, the Programme will provide tailored national support, comprehensive training, and user-friendly digital tools. By investing in this Programme, partners and donors can support Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14.4, FAO’s Blue Transformation agenda, and sustainable, resilient management of aquatic resources.
| Item Type: | Documents |
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| Keywords: | FAO, COFI, Reykjavík, Iceland, Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), Stock Assessment, Fish Stock, Livelihoods, Fisheries Management, Overfishing, Illegal Fishing, Pollution, Climate Change, Marine Fisheries, Inland Fisheries, Economic Development, Regional Fisheries, Governance |
| Subjects: | Right to Resources |
| Depositing User: | Kokila ICSF Krish |
| Date Deposited: | 17 Feb 2026 06:50 |
| Last Modified: | 17 Feb 2026 06:50 |
| URI: | http://icsfarchives.net/id/eprint/22573 |
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