This Resolution of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC) extends the validity of the current conservation and management measures established in resolution C-17-02 for the year 2021 to maintain in force sufficient and effective conservation and management measures for ensuring long-term conservation and the sustainable use of fish stocks in the Convention Area. In addition to that, the management of fish aggregating devices (FADs) and the collection of data will be improved to advance on the monitoring and assessment of the FAD fishery based on scientific advice and the precautionary approach.
2020-12-22