Oceans in danger

Millions of people are directly dependent on a well-functioning marine ecosystem - and many more indirectly. The global fight against illegal fishing is an important element in preserving this basis of life.
 
Illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUUF) is a significant problem for both regional and global maritime security. IUU fishing has significant negative economic and environmental impacts and even affects interstate relations. Fish stocks, the maritime environment and entire economic sectors are affected. IUUU includes fishing without proper licences, misreporting of catches or violations of conservation measures and prohibited fishing methods. Population growth in many countries - particularly in the Global South - and the resulting increase in demand for food, as well as inadequate monitoring and control options by the respective neighbouring countries, have led to an increase in IUU fishing.