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OBJECTIVES of FISHERIES MANAGEMENT and DEVELOPMENT
 Maintain or restore populations of marine species at levels that can produce the optimal
sustainable yield as qualified by relevant environmental and economic factors, taking into
consideration relationships among various species.
Preserve rare and fragile ecosystems, as well as habitats and other ecologically sensitive
areas, especially coral reef ecosystems, estuaries, mangroves, sea grass beds, and
other spawning and nursery areas.
Protect and restore endangered marine and freshwater species.
Promote the development and use of selective fishing gear and practices that minimise
by-catch of non-target species and the capture of juveniles.
Prevent the use of destructive fishing gear and methods.
Take into account traditional knowledge and interests of local communities, small-scale
artisanal fisheries and indigenous people in development and management.
Develop and increase the potential of living marine resources to meet human nutritional
needs, as well as social, cultural, economic and development goals in a manner that
would ensure sustainable use of the resources.
Ensure effective monitoring and enforcement with respect to fishing and other aquatic
resource uses.
Promote relevant scientific research with respect to fisheries resources.
Ensure that the fishing industry is integrated into the policy and decision-making process
concerning fisheries and coastal zone management.
Promote a collaborative approach to freshwater and marine management.
Co-operate with other nations in the management of shared and highly migratory fish
stocks.
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