Fiji, Dec. 3 -- Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Chair Dr Josie Tamate has delivered a clear message to Pacific communities watching this week's Manila negotiations that the Commission is focused on keeping tuna stocks healthy and safeguarding the species that rely on them.

Speaking to PACNEWS in Manila, Dr Tamate said the Tuna Commission's work remains anchored in science and long-term responsibility.

"That the Commission is working diligently to ensure the WCPO continue to sustain the healthy status of the key tuna species," she said.

She also stressed that the Commission's mandate extends beyond tuna to the wider marine ecosystem.

"That the Commission continues to mitigate the impact of fishing on the non ta...