The member organizations of the Coalition for Fisheries Transparency (CFT), are writing to express their appreciation for the Australian Government's initiative, led by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF), to consider adopting a framework that addresses the importation of seafood from fisheries potentially involved in illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing activities. CFT members commend Australian ongoing efforts to engage national civil society organizations, including the Australian Marine Conservation Society and TRAFFIC, in this process, and we want to emphasize our strong international support for this important initiative.
The CFT is a global network of civil society organizations dedicated to enhancing transparency, traceability, and accountability in fisheries worldwide. With nearly 50 members across multiple continents, the CFT advocates for transparency as a cornerstone to achieving sustainable fisheries management, ensuring the long-term health of marine ecosystems and the communities that depend on them. Together with the fisheries industry, academia, and transparency-minded organizations, the CFT has developed the Global Charter for Fisheries Transparency, outlining ten key principles aimed at fostering transparency and promoting sustainable practices within the fisheries sector. These principles serve as a guide for governments, organizations, and stakeholders to adopt measures that improve fisheries governance and protect marine resources.
FIA PNG is proud to comply with the CFT principles and also with the 10 principles of fisheries transparency of the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF)
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