Welcome to the Office of International Affairs
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Working Together to End IUU Fishing
Nov 1: Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing threatens the sustainability of our ocean ecosystems and fisheries. Combating IUU fishing is one of NOAA Fisheries’ top priorities. Read More . . .
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Swordfish – a Sustainable Seafood Choice
Nov 8: Did you know that North Atlantic Swordfish is one of the most sustainable seafood choices in the United States? And it's pretty tasty too! Read More . . .
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U.S. and Morocco Shake Hands
Nov 13: The U.S. signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Morocco that sets the stage for collaboration on ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management and sustainable marine aquaculture. Read More . . .
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ICCAT Adopts Key Conservation Measures
Nov 19: The International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) concluded its annual meeting today with significant advances that will combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and support the rebuilding of bluefin tuna and marlin stocks. Read More . . .
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U.S. Identifies Nations for IUU Fishing
Jan 11: The United States will soon begin consultations with 10 nations to address illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing and stem the bycatch of protected species. Read More . . .
Other Recent Stories
08/15/12 Sawfish - Cousins of the Shark
08/08/12 Satellite Tag to Reveal Adventures of Giant Bluefin Tuna
07/02/12 NOAA Helps Protect Endangered Sea Turtles
06/21/12 International Collaboration on Shark Research
05/30/12 U.S. and EU Share Vision for Sustainable World Fisheries
Fish swim beyond national boundaries. We work to promote international cooperation to achieve effective and responsible marine stewardship and ensure sustainable fisheries management. Read more...
Announcements and Reports
01/11/13: 2013 Biennial Report to Congress Identifying Nations for IUU Fishing
- Report Highlights
- Link to Full Report (PDF)
10/22/12: NOAA Fisheries International Marine Mammal Action Plan
7/31/12: Proceedings from the International Circle Hook Symposium 
6/1/12:United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2012; Full Report
3/16/12: NOAA Fisheries Implementation Plan of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries
3/6/12: Report to Congress on U.S. Actions Taken on Foreign Large-Scale High Seas Driftnet Fishing
