Strengthening deep-sea fisheries management in areas beyond national jurisdiction

This course is relevant for various stakeholders such as fisheries experts, policy makers, parliamentarians, fishing operators and those working within the fisheries sector.

• The biological characteristics of deep-sea fisheries as well as the status of deep-sea fisheries stocks.
• The relevant international instruments that set out obligations and responsibilities for the management of deep-sea fisheries.
• The role of regional fisheries management organizations (RFMOs) in the management of deep-sea fisheries in areas beyond national jurisdiction.
• The key measures states should incorporate into their national policies and laws for effective management of deep-sea fisheries.
• The role of monitoring, control and surveillance (MCS) in deep-sea fisheries management.

The course is composed of five lessons:

• Lesson 1 - Introduction to deep-sea fisheries
• Lesson 2 - International obligations and responsibilities for the management of deep-sea fisheries
• Lesson 3 - Regional approach to fisheries management
• Lesson 4 - Role of States in DSF management - National legal and policy considerations
• Lesson 5 - Role of States in DSF management - MCS and enforcement

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