According to the scientists, “An effective agreement must eliminate subsidies for fuel, distant-water and destructive fishing fleets, and illegal and unregulated vessels in line with the aims of SDG 14.6.” Importantly, artisanal and small-scale fisheries can and should receive targeted subsidies to support their livelihoods when sustainable fishing practices are in place. The WTO has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to protect the world’s fisheries. Follow and contribute to the campaign with #StopFundingOverfishing on social media and read the letter here.
