About IUU-AA

IUU fishing poses a serious threat to ocean ecosystems, coastal communities, and global food security. By undermining sustainable fisheries management and distorting trade, IIU fishing disrupts economies and endangers marine biodiversity. Moreover, it is often linked to broader maritime security challenges, including forced labor, illicit trade, and organized crime. While strong international rules and agreements exist—supported by bodies like Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs)—these frameworks are not always effectively enforced at the national level. The IUU-AA plays a critical role in ensuring that commitments to combat IUU fishing are translated into meaningful national enforcement actions. By driving collaboration between governments and non-state partners, the IUU-AA works to strengthen monitoring, control, and surveillance (MCS), enhance traceability in supply chains, and promote international cooperation. Without decisive action, IUU fishing will continue to threaten marine resources and global stability, making the work of the IUU-AA more crucial than ever.