I know... like there are not enough topics to write about. But as you all know, I'm really against fisheries subsidies. I am aware that their disappearance will not be the magic panacea that will fix all fisheries issues... but at least will even the economic playfield, and that would be of massive help.
I'm so pleased that this message is been taken by the top UN bodies, and I know (from working for them) that they will not produce immediate results, yet they are like a glacier... they move very slowly but very powerfully.
Fish is an invaluable resource for food security, export and income generation. It is key to the livelihoods of millions of people, especially coastal populations. But close to 90% of the world's marine fish stocks are fully exploited, overexploited or depleted. Yet many countries spend billions of dollars in subsidies that contribute to overfishing.
The message from Mukhisa Kitugi - UNCTAD boss, may not be the most dynamic one but carries a lot of weight. Good on him for lending his support to the cause.