Outline :
Outline High stakes for developing countries
Effective SDT - yes; Blanket exemptions- no
Realities of artisanal fishing
Some options and resources
The stakes are high for developing countries :
The stakes are high for developing countries Affected by developed country subsidies
Affected by developing country subsidies too!
Need policy space/’room to grow’
Need broad and effective SDT but no ‘blank cheque’
The realities of small scale fishing :
The realities of small scale fishing Changing, dynamic, increasing its physical and commercial reach
Fishing in important biologically significant fishing grounds
Social and developmental needs require special consideration?
BUT subsidies to SSF/AF cannot be considered immune to overfishing and depletion or to the potential harms of inappropriate subsidies
Subsidies need to be linked to status of stocks, fleets and management
Options and Resources :
Options and Resources Examples of well advancing small scale fisheries management
Technical support from FAO
Technical guidelines
Stock assessment software
Workshops at national and regional levels
Technical cooperation projects
Direct contact with FAO staff
Fisheries Partnership/Bilateral/Regional Agreements
Aid for Trade
Slide 6:
-6- If you can afford to subsidise fleet operations, then you must set aside funds to invest on fisheries management!
Slide 7:
Thank you!