U.S. increases catches of bigeye tuna
The U.S. is coming under harsh criticism from Pacific island nations and conservationists for ramping up its catch of bigeye tuna at a time when scientists are calling for an immediate 30% reduction. By invoking a treaty it signed with 16 Pacific island nations, the U.S. has declared itself immune from a reduction in catch that fisheries scientists say is long overdue. In contrast, other nations are preparing for 10% per year cutbacks starting in January 2010.
“Is the Obama government deliberately acting in an anticonservation role, or is it misguided by its advisors?” wonders Sylvester Pokajam, director of fisheries in Papua New Guinea, the country that pushed hardest for conservation measures. U.S. officials declined to discuss the official position on the record.
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