E - Iccat

ICCAT REPORT 2012-2013 (I)
Lastly, Mexico indicated its participation in the ICCAT Latin American subgroup (GRULAC) to strengthen
research concerning the number of FADs targeting tropical tunas in the Atlantic, in particular yellowfin tuna, and
improve knowledge on the impact of these devices on fishing associated to this type of activity, particularly in
the Gulf of Guinea, which could affect the West Atlantic.
9. Adoption of the report and adjournment
The Chair of Panel 1 expressed his gratitude to CPCs and the meeting was adjourned.
The Report of Panel 1 was adopted by correspondence.
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