The eighth round of informal consultations on the UN Fish Stocks Agreement met for the second day on Tuesday, and concluded discussion of the agenda item on continuing dialogue. In the morning, delegates completed consideration of the item on capacity building and then considered the compatibility of conservation and management measures for the high seas with those of areas under national jurisdiction. In the afternoon, delegates considered cooperation in enforcement and port State measures. Moderator Morishita said he expected to present a written summary Wednesday morning.
