Dear Sir/madam,
I wish to bring the following publication to the attention of your list members.
Report title:
International Environmental Instruments: their effect on the fishing industry. (2nd edition).
By Prof. Martin Tsamenyi (University of Wollongong and with the Forum Fisheries Agency) and Dr Alistair McIlgorm (Director, Dominion Consulting Pty Ltd).
It has just been completed for the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation, Canberra, Australia
A summary is attached for those of you who are interested in the fisheries/law/environment/fishing industry/policy interface.
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************************************************************************* REPORT OVERVIEW (brief)
The fishing industry is coming under increasing international pressure due to overfishing and the need for sustainable harvesting. A range of international environmental instruments seek to impact fishing industry and fisheries management practices. Fisheries trade is also being influenced by international environmental trade initiatives. Recent cases developments are reviewed and trends identified.
The report comprehensively describes 14 international binding and non-binding instruments which can directly, or indirectly, impact the way fishing is undertaken and managed. The practical implications of each of these instruments is identified and discussed in the context of the Australian fishing industry. Fisheries environment/trade cases and initiatives are also discussed.
The fishing industry is reacting to these initiatives and is in a period of change. "Responsible fishing" and "Codes of Conduct" are at the core of the fishing industry response. Government and Non-Government Organisations are calling for more changes: in production methods; protecting marine species and areas; and responsible fishing, leading to more accountable management regimes.
The Australian industry have recognised these changes and is responding to the challenges. Eight internal and four external strategic responses for the fishing industry are proposed and discussed.
The international pressure for change will continue and will bring change to both industry and government. It is to the long term benefit of industry to respond positively to these international initiatives.
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International Environmental Instruments: their effect on the fishing industry. (2nd edition).
By Prof. Martin Tsamenyi (Univeristy of Wollongong and with the Forum Fisheries Agency) and Dr Alistair McIlgorm (Director, Dominion Consulting Pty Ltd).
A report to the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC), Canberra, Australia.
ISBN : 0-646-36854-0 70 pages
Key words:
INTERNATIONAL LAW; ENVIRONMENT; ENVIRONMENTAL LAW; FISHERIES MANAGEMENT; FISHING INDUSTRY; ENVIRONMENT AND TRADE.
Cost recovery charge: A$15 per copy and A$8 postage (International). Payment by International draft with order. (Invoicing available for orders from institutions only).
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Thankyou for your consideration in this matter.,
Dr Alistair McIlgorm. Tel/Fax int: 61 2 9579 2659 Director, Dominion Consulting Pty Ltd, 45 West Street, Hurstville, NSW 2220 Australia.
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