“Documented cases” of exploitation of Filipino fishers on Chinese vessels, says Tuna Commission chief
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
The Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) has confirmed there are “documented cases of exploitation of Filipino migrant...
WCPFC Chair reassures Pacific communities as Tuna talks intensify in Manila
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Chair Dr Josie Tamate has delivered a clear message to Pacific communities watching...
Eight states seek renewed CNM status as WCPFC faces compliance gaps and missing data
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
The Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) has received eight applications for Cooperating Non-Member (CNM) status for 2026, with...
“Decisions are based on science”: Tuna chief Dr Tamate
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Chair Dr Josie Tamate says the Tuna Commission will continue to anchor all...
Record tuna catches, stable stocks but warning signs persist in SPC’s 2024 status report
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
Pacific tuna stocks remain healthy and stable despite record-high catches in 2024, according to a major scientific update delivered to...
“My job is to listen and facilitate” as transshipment fight looms at Manila talks: WCPFC Chair
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
Tuna Commission Chair Dr Josie Tamate says the Commission is bracing for another difficult round of talks on high-seas...
Panama moves to expand fishing rights, assures WCPFC of “no increase in effort”
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
Panama has asked the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) to approve an expansion of its participatory rights, insisting...
PACNEWS Interview: WCPFC Chair eyes albacore breakthrough as pressure mounts in Manila
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philippines
With the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) under pressure to deliver a long-delayed management procedure for South...
Rugby World Cup 2027 Pool Draw: The ultimate guide for all 24 teams
The 2027 Rugby World Cup Pools are set to be unveiled on Wednesday night in Sydney.
All 24 nations will learn their fate, with teams...
All major tuna stocks are healthy, but stricter catch limits are coming: WCPFC Chair
By Pita Ligaiula in Manila, Philllipines
Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Chair Dr Josie Tamate says all major tuna stocks in the region remain...
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Australia says China seeking permanent security presence in Pacific
Australian Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Pat Conroy says China is seeking a permanent security presence in the Pacific, as Australia continues efforts to...
Solomon Islands urged to act Now as ‘Super El Niño’ threat looms
A senior official at the Green Climate Fund (GCF) has warned that Solomon Islands must take proactive and decisive political action to prepare for...
NOAA declares El Niño, warns of possible ‘Super’ event
The United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has declared that El Niño conditions are present in the Pacific, with forecasts indicating a...