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The European Parliament held a hearing on the implementation of the landing obligation and quota allocation. LIFE staff attended, highlighting the lack of progress in implementing the landing obligation and the differing perceptions of the industry, civil society, and the Commission.

LIFE Represents Small-Scale Fishers at Monaco Blue Initiative

LIFE attended the 8th edition of the Monaco Blue Initiative, discussing the coexistence of aquaculture and marine protected areas, sustainable aquaculture and fisheries, and the impact of climate change. LIFE emphasized the vital role of small-scale fishers in achieving sustainability.

Other News

LIFE met with Maltese small-scale fishers to discuss ways to assist them.
LIFE attended the General Assembly of ADPAM, a Spanish fishing association, to discuss key concerns such as bluefin tuna and trammel nets.
LIFE participated in the Olivier Roellinger Concours in Poland, promoting sustainable and traceable seafood.
LIFE co-financed an event in Sweden to test low-impact fishing gears that resist grey seal predation.
LIFE attended the Brussels Seafood Expo Global, networking with industry stakeholders and promoting small-scale fishing.
LIFE met with the International Pole and Line Foundation to discuss shared goals for sustainable fisheries.
* LIFE participated in the BALTFISH Forum and Baltic Sea Advisory Council pre-meeting to discuss technical measures and landing obligation rules.