Vulnerable marine ecosystems in areas beyond national jurisdiction - VME DataBase launch
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16 Dec 2014 - 18 Jan 2016
Today sees the launch of a new website for vulnerable marine ecosystems (VMEs). It is the fruit of collaboration between FAO, regional fisheries management organizations or arrangements (RFMO/As), other multi-lateral bodies, and individuals from national fisheries departments. The VME website, including a Portal and the VME DataBase, gives users prompt access to information on measures taken by RFMO/As to protect VMEs in areas beyond national jurisdiction (ABNJ).
Keywords: VULNERABLE MARINE ECOSYSTEMS, DEEP-SEA FISHERIES, VME, AREAS BEYOND NATIONAL JURISDICTIONS, ABNJ
Related Topics: Ecosystems