PH finally accedes to five conventions of IMO, 2 FAO agreements vs illegal fishing 27 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy Roy MabasaThe Philippines has finally acceded to five conventions of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on marine environmental protection, navigational safety and safety of seafarers and to two FAO agreements to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. With its accession, the Philippines has finally become a Party to the Agreements which support the implementation of UN Sustainable Development Goals through the protection of the marine environment, addressing climate change and promotion of safe navigation and sustainable fishing practices. The Department of Foreigns said it is now ready to deposit the Instruments of Ratification to the IMO and the FAO. Tags: FAO, illegal fishing, IMO, IUU, Manila Bulletin, Philippines, sea fearers

Source: Manila Bulletin March 09, 2018 07:18 UTC