Pacific island fisheries: Regional and country information
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This publication is based on information collected by two FAO-commissioned surveys during 2001 which reviewed the state of fisheries in the Pacific Islands, both on a regional basis as well as in each of the 14 independent countries. With exclusive economic zones (EEZs) spread across 30.5 million sq km – 60 times their total land area and 28 percent of the world’s EEZ area – Pacific Island states are vitally dependent on fisheries for their economic well being. The document examines the differen t aspects of the deep sea-based tuna fishing industry, and reviews small-scale commercial and subsistence fisheries in the region. A regional overview provides detailed information about fish species in the region, various fishing methods used, production and catch value by country, species and fishing vessel type, per capita fish supply as well as issues of coastal fisheries management. Detailed country sections are also provided. Development prospects, institutional arrangements and internatio nal issues relevant to the sector are reviewed.