Government representatives and stakeholders have adopted a significant declaration aimed at protecting marine resources during the 15th Ministerial Conference of the Fisheries Committee for the West Central Gulf of Guinea in Monrovia.

The declaration outlines comprehensive action plans to combat illegal and unregulated fishing, tackle marine pollution, and address the impacts of climate change on the region’s fisheries sector.

The conference, which concluded recently, brought together representatives from member states, development partners, and other stakeholders. The collaborative effort underscores the shared commitment to sustainable fisheries management and the preservation of vital marine ecosystems across the Gulf of Guinea region.