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FFA opens nominations for Diploma in Fisheries Investigation and Prosecution

The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has opened nominations for FFA Members to take part in the second cohort of its Diploma in Fisheries Investigation and Prosecution programme, providing a new opportunity for fisheries compliance and enforcement personnel across the region to strengthen their investigation and prosecution skills.

Pacific Nations Unite to Strengthen Fisheries Surveillance Through Operation Tui Moana 2026

FFA and its Members have begun 2026 regional fisheries surveillance efforts with strong, coordinated action, following the successful conclusion of Operation Rai Balang 2026 (OPRB26).

Pacific Fisheries Officials Conclude Strategic Regional Talks in Wellington

Senior fisheries officials from across the Pacific have concluded a week of strategic regional discussions in Wellington, with strong focus placed on sustainability, economic resilience and strengthening regional cooperation on key fisheries priorities.

‘The Bonds That Unite Us as Pacific Peoples’ – NZ Hosts FFC142 Officials at the Grand Hall Parliament

Pacific fisheries officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and regional partners gathered at the Grand Hall at the New Zealand Parliament in Wellington on Monday evening for an official welcome reception held alongside the 142nd Annual Officials Meeting of the Forum Fisheries Committee (FFC). 

NZ Hosts 142nd Forum Fisheries Committee Annual Officials Meeting

The 142nd Annual Officials Meeting of the Forum Fisheries Committee (FFC) opened in New Zealand Aotearoa, this morning, bringing together senior fisheries officials and delegates from across the Pacific region for a week of high-level regional discussions on the future of Pacific fisheries.

Pacific Island Parties Confirm Distribution of the second US$60 Million (2025 Payment) and US Fishing Industry First Payment for 2026

The Eighteenth Special Meeting of the Pacific Island Parties (SPIP18) convened in Wellington on Monday 4th May, marking the start of pre-official’s discussions ahead of the 142nd Forum Fisheries Committee (FFC142) meeting.

FFA Participates in SPC’s 18th Heads of Fisheries Meeting

The U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, Mr. Matt Murray, visited the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Headquarters in Honiara on Thursday, reaffirming the United States’ commitment to its partnership with the Pacific region.

U.S. and FFA strengthen partnership on regional fisheries

The U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, Mr. Matt Murray, visited the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Headquarters in Honiara on Thursday, reaffirming the United States’ commitment to its partnership with the Pacific region.

FFA and Iceland Ocean Cluster partner to unlock more value from Pacific fisheries

Investment in capacity across Pacific fisheries monitoring and enforcement is delivering stronger results in regional surveillance operations, as highlighted at the conclusion of the 29th Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) Working Group.

FFA Seminar Strengthens Regional Maritime Safety Cooperation

Investment in capacity across Pacific fisheries monitoring and enforcement is delivering stronger results in regional surveillance operations, as highlighted at the conclusion of the 29th Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) Working Group.

29th MCS Working Group: Investment in capacity and systems reflects positive impact of regional surveillance operations

Investment in capacity across Pacific fisheries monitoring and enforcement is delivering stronger results in regional surveillance operations, as highlighted at the conclusion of the 29th Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) Working Group.

Pacific Fisheries Leaders Move to Accelerate East New Britain Initiative

The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Secretariat,…