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.

Training Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center. (2025). Course Report on The Training Course on Responsible Fishing Technologies/Practices to Combat IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia.