International Fisheries

Government Intent

The government works to make sure 'high seas' fisheries around the world are managed in a sustainable way.

It particularly wants to make sure that fisheries New Zelanders are involved in and managed effectively, and that New Zealanders follow the rules wherever they fish on the high seas.

Much of New Zealand's seafood industry depends on exports. So the government works to reduce or wipe out unfair practices like trade restrictions and subsidies on seafood products in global markets.