Fiji, Dec. 2 -- Pacific fisheries officials have opened WCPFC22 with a united call for the adoption of the South Pacific albacore management procedure, signalling a coordinated FFA push to secure long- delayed reforms and strengthen outcomes for Small Island Developing States.

The Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) is profiling its delegates at the Manila meeting, highlighting national priorities and a collective agenda aimed at delivering "sustainable, fair and effective tuna management."

"South Pacific Albacore is a key priority on the agenda at WCPFC22 this year," said Kaon Tiamere, Director of the Oceanic Fisheries Division in Kiribati.

"We are conscious of adopting the SPA CMM at this meeting, noting that some elements of the measure st...