Minister Ferrari’s message on International Day for the Fight against IUU Fishing |05 June 2025

‘The fight against IUU fishing is a shared responsibility’

“On this International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing, we are reminded that the protection of our marine resources is not just an environmental issue. IUU fishing poses a serious threat to our fisheries, undermines the livelihoods of honest fishers, and compromises the long-term sustainability of our ocean. In Seychelles, we take this threat seriously and we act decisively.

“Our law enforcement agencies are working tirelessly to detect, deter, and eliminate illegal activities at sea. I commend their dedication and professionalism and I thank them for their steadfast service to our country and to the ocean.

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