By DALCY LULUA
THE 8th Pacific Tuna Forum (PTF 2023) officially commenced today at Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby and is expected to end tomorrow.
The PTF 2023 is a paramount event in the world of marine conservation and fisheries management.
The gathering is known for its profound impact on the sustainable management of tuna resources and preserving the Western and Central Pacific Ocean (WCPO), as the region contributes almost 60% of the global tuna harvest.
The forum is expected to draw international attention as stakeholders come together to address pressing challenges and chart a course for the future of the tuna industry.
It will unite all these voices in “Strengthening tuna sustainability and industry development in the ‘Blue Pacific Continent’ through increased innovation, partnership, and participation” at all value/supply chain levels.
With the health of the world’s oceans facing unprecedented challenges, this forum becomes an essential avenue for collaborative dialogue and action.
Key themes of the Pacific Tuna Forum 2023 include: sustainable Fisheries Management; Ecosystem Conversation; Climate Resilience; Market Access and Trade; and Indigenous and Local Knowledge.
The PTF 2023 is anticipated to result in various outcomes that will resonate far beyond the event’s conclusion.
These outcomes include: Policy Recommendations, Innovative Solutions and Public Awareness.
