Panama Reiterates Commitment to Withdrawal of EU "Yellow Card" on Illegal Fishing

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The Panamanian delegation, led by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Carlos Hoyos, met with the European Union's Fisheries Commissioner, Costas Kadis, in Brussels to discuss Panama's progress in combating illegal fishing. The meeting reaffirmed Panama's commitment to addressing the issue, which has led to the EU's "yellow card" warning. Commissioner Kadis acknowledged significant improvements in the relationship between the EU and Panama, citing Panama's efforts and political commitment to eradicating illegal fishing practices.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Panamanian delegation, led by Vice Minister Carlos Hoyos, met with EU Fisheries Commissioner Costas Kadis to discuss progress in addressing illegal fishing.
  • Panama has made significant improvements in regulation, supervision, and traceability of its fishing industry, as reported by the government of President Jose Raul Mulino.
  • Commissioner Kadis highlighted the notable improvement in relations between the EU and Panama over the last year, citing Panama's efforts and commitment to combating illegal fishing.
  • The Panamanian delegation includes Eduardo Carrasquilla, administrator of the Aquatic Resources Authority of Panama (ARAP); Gerardo Irimia, deputy administrator of ARAP; Rita Jimenez, head of the Merchant Marine Vessel Registration Department of the Maritime Authority of Panama (AMP); and Edgar Chacon, coordinator of Agricultural Projects of the Secretary of Meta.
  • Commissioner Kadis expressed optimism regarding Panama's potential exit from the EU's "yellow card" warning, contingent on continued collaboration and commitment.

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Sources:

  • A meeting between the Panamanian delegation and EU Fisheries Commissioner Costas Kadis took place in Brussels.
  • The Panamanian government, under President Jose Raul Mulino, has implemented measures to regulate, supervise, and improve traceability.
  • Commissioner Kadis mentioned the significant improvement in the relationship between the EU and Panama over the last year.
  • The Panamanian delegation included several officials from the Aquatic Resources Authority of Panama (ARAP), the Maritime Authority of Panama (AMP), and the Secretary of Meta.
  • The EU's "yellow card" warning is related to Panama's efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.