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Argentina joins FAO treaty against illegal fishing, tightening control in the South Atlantic
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Argentina joins FAO treaty against illegal fishing, tightening control in the South Atlantic

Argentina has taken a significant step by joining the FAO's Port State Measures Agreement to combat illegal fishing in the southwest Atlantic. This treaty, which has been in effect since 2016, aims to prevent unregulated fishing by restricting access to ports for vessels involved in such activities. With this move, Argentina joins Chile and Uruguay in a coordinated effort to enhance fisheries governance in the region. This is a positive development for transparency and cooperation in the fishing sector, especially in a region where illegal fishing has been a persistent challenge.
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