http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12067/44 2026-05-18T06:42:08Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12067/2011 Report of Regional Workshop on Information Exchange on Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) for Combating IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia Training Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center The Regional Workshop on Information Exchange on Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) for Combating IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia was held in Bangkok from 24 to 26 February 2026. Organized by the SEAFDEC Training Department in collaboration with GIZ, the event adopted a hybrid format to engage representatives from ASEAN Member States, Timor-Leste, and various regional networks. The workshop functioned as a strategic platform to enhance regional transparency and coordination, focusing on the exchange of knowledge and lessons learned regarding MCS systems. Key outcomes included an updated regional understanding of current MCS practices and the improvement of collective capacity to address illegal fishing activities. Participants worked to enhance mechanisms for sharing best practices and to strengthen the communication channels within the MCS network. By fostering a shared regional understanding of MCS implementation, the workshop established a stronger foundation for future collaborative actions. Ultimately, these efforts aim to ensure the long-term sustainability of fisheries resources through more effective and unified enforcement across Southeast Asia. This hybrid workshop, organized by SEAFDEC/TD in collaboration with GIZ, focused on enhancing regional transparency and coordination to combat IUU fishing in Southeast Asia. It provided a strategic platform for ASEAN Member States and Timor-Leste to exchange knowledge, experiences, and best practices regarding Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) systems. The event successfully updated regional understanding of MCS implementation and strengthened communication networks to support future collaborative enforcement. These efforts aim to build collective capacity and foster a unified regional approach to ensuring fisheries sustainability. 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12067/2010 Report of Workshop on Strengthening Regional Fisheries Governance and Technology Integration to Combat IUU Fishing in the Indo-Pacific Training Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing remains a critical threat to fisheries sustainability and food security across Southeast Asia. To address these challenges, the SEAFDEC Training Department, with support from the Government of Canada, organized a specialized workshop from 17 to 19 March in Bangkok. The event aligned with Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, focusing on promoting regional dialogue and capacity development. The workshop brought together 71 participants, including fisheries officials from ASEAN Member States and experts from international organizations such as DFO, NOAA, and FAO. A primary focus was the demonstration of advanced Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) technologies and innovative tools provided by strategic partners like Global Fishing Watch and MDA Space. By sharing implementation strategies and technical insights, the workshop aimed to strengthen institutional cooperation and regional governance. Ultimately, this initiative fostered a more collaborative and technologically integrated framework to effectively combat IUU fishing in the Indo-Pacific region. This workshop, organized by SEAFDEC and supported by the Government of Canada, focused on addressing the threats of IUU fishing to regional sustainability and food security. By bringing together ASEAN officials and international technical experts, the event promoted the integration of advanced Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) technologies. Discussions centered on fostering regional dialogue, enhancing capacity building, and sharing innovative tools for better fisheries management. The initiative directly supports Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy by strengthening institutional cooperation and technical collaboration. Ultimately, the workshop established a robust framework for unified action to combat IUU fishing across the Indo-Pacific region. 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12067/2005 Course Report on The Training Course on Responsible Fishing Technologies/Practices to Combat IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia The Training Course on Responsible Fishing Technologies/Practices to Combat IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia was held from 19 to 27 November 2025, in Bangkok and Chon Buri, Thailand, was specifically designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of key regional officers in implementing effective countermeasures against IUU fishing. The participants will learn how to combat IUU fishing by implementing responsible fishing technologies and practices. The course covers a wide range of topics, including an overview of recent international issues on IUU fishing, SEAFDEC initiatives, vessel monitoring systems (VMS), and the inspection of fishing vessels and gears. By the end of this training, participants will be better equipped to promote responsible fishing technologies and practices, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and well-regulated fishing industry in Southeast Asia. 2025-12-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12067/2003 The Regional Workshop on Enhancing Policies and Countermeasures Against IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia Training Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center The Regional Workshop on Enhancing Policies and Countermeasures Against IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia was organized by the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC) under the ASEAN–Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Project on IUU Fishing Countermeasures in Southeast Asia. The Workshop was conducted from 6 to 8 October 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, to strengthen regional cooperation and enhance the capacity of ASEAN Member States (AMSs) to prevent, deter, and eliminate illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) Fishing. The Workshop served as a platform for AMSs to share experiences, update progress on the implementation of the National Plans of Action to Combat IUU Fishing (NPOA–IUU), and discuss policy actions and countermeasures in line with international and regional frameworks. A total of 36 participants attended the Workshop, comprising representatives from AMSs, except Singapore, as well as officials from SEAFDEC, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and other relevant organizations. Key sessions focused on the current status of NPOA–IUU implementation, urgent concerns related to IUU Fishing countermeasures, and the initiative to develop the ASEAN Voluntary Guidelines for Transshipment. Participants exchanged views on challenges and gaps in Monitoring Control and Surveillance (MCS), Port State Measures (PSM), transshipment practices, and inter-agency coordination. The Workshop concluded with agreed ways forward, emphasizing capacity building, strengthening legal and institutional frameworks, enhancing the use of monitoring technologies, and improving regional coordination and information-sharing mechanisms. The outcomes of the Workshop are expected to support AMSs in advancing effective policies and practical countermeasures against IUU Fishing, thereby contributing to sustainable fisheries management and responsible fishing practices in Southeast Asia. The Regional Workshop on Enhancing Policies and Countermeasures Against IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia was organized by the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC) under the ASEAN-JICA Capacity Building Project on IUU Fishing Countermeasures in Southeast Asia. the workshop took place from 6 to 8 October 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. The objectives aim to facilitate the exchange of progress on National Plans of Action to Combat IUU Fishing (NPOA-IUU) among ASEAN Member States while simultaneously addressing international concerns regarding illegal fishing countermeasures. By fostering deeper regional cooperation, the discussion will also focus on developing the ASEAN Voluntary Guidelines for Transshipment to significantly strengthen regulatory frameworks and collective oversight. 2025-12-01T00:00:00Z