Large-scale and small-scale fishing in the waters off Madang in Papua New Guinea. Photo: RNZI / Johnny Blades
The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) recently held a workshop in Fiji, bringing together government officials and industry leaders to address critical labour issues in the fishing industry.
It comes at a time when New Zealand has announced to commit nearly $50 million to support sustainable Pacific fisheries development over the next four years, announced by Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters and Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones.
Alfred Bubba Cook who has worked over 20 years in the fisheries conservation and management sector says it will set a precedent for the world.
He spoke with RNZ Pacific's Grace Fiavaai.
