IOTC adopts important measures but fails to address Yellowfin tuna overfishing
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(PORTUGAL, 5/21/2024)
Despite scientific advice, IOTC’s Parties decided against the catch reductions needed, deferring the decision to the next annual session in 2025. This session of the IOTC demonstrates that positive actions and decisions are possible, despite the failure to reach an agreement on yellowfin tuna, who’s future remains in a perilous state.
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