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    The Regional Fishery Body Secretariats’ Network

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    Document Number:
    CCAMLR-38/BG/50
    Author(s):
    Submitted by FAO
    Submitted By:
    Dr Piero Mannini (FAO)
    Approved By:
    Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat)
    Abstract

    The Regional Fishery Body Secretariats' Network (RSN)  is a unique coordination mechanism consisting of Regional Fishery Advisory Bodies (RFABs) and Regional Fishery Management Organizations (RFMOs) from around the world. The paper provides a brief overview of RSN, its scope and activities that have the ultimate goal of promoting and highlighting the essential role of regional cooperation for fishery and aquaculture development and sustainability. CCAMLR Members are invited to note the scope and work of RSN and consider the benefit of CCAMLR participation in RSN.