The 45th Program Committee Meeting (45PCM) of the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC) was organized from 5 to 7 December 2022 in Iloilo City, Philippines and was hosted by the SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department (AQD). 45PCM noted the progress of this project in 2022 (3) Responsible fishing technology and practices.
Empowering SEAFDEC to strengthen its roles in the region and to improve its services to Member Countries
Departmental Programs
Department 2022 2023 Strategy V: Addressing cross-cutting issues, such as labour, gender and climate change, where related to international fisheries.
Other Programs
6 Collection of research and datasets from data-poor countries in Southeast Asia related to SDG Indicator 14.4.1 and.
PIPELINE PROJECTS AND EMERGING NEEDS FOR PREPARATION OF
COOPERATION WITH DONORS, NON-MEMBER GOVERNMENTS AND
OTHER MATTERS
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE FORTY-FIFTH MEETING OF THE PROGRAM COMMITTEE
FAO Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations FCG ASEAN-SEAFDEC Fisheries Advisory Group FEDs Fish farming equipment. REPORT OF THE FORTY-FIFTH MEETING OF THE SOUTHEAST ASIA FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT CENTER PROGRAM COMMITTEE.
OPENING OF THE MEETING
The Forty-Fifth Program Committee Meeting (45PCM) of the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC) was organized and hosted by the SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department (AQD) on 5–7 December 2022 in Iloilo City, Philippines. The SEAFDEC Secretary General, Deputy Secretary General and Department Heads attended the 45PCM as ex-officio members of the SEAFDEC Program Committee together with officers from the SEAFDEC Secretariat and Departments.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA AND ARRANGEMENTS OF THE MEETING 6. The Agenda which appears as Annex 5 was adopted
REVIEW OF SEAFDEC PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION FOR THE YEAR 2022 AND PROPOSED PROGRAMS FOR THE YEAR 2023
- Program under the FCG/ASSP Mechanism
- Strategy I: Securing the sustainability of fisheries to contribute to food security, poverty alleviation and livelihood of people in the region
- Strategy II: Supporting the sustainable growth of aquaculture to complement fisheries and contribute to food security, poverty alleviation and livelihood of people in the region
- Strategy III: Ensuring the food safety and quality of fish and fishery products for the Southeast Asian region
- Strategy IV : Enhancing trade and compliance of the region ’ s fish and fishery products with market requirements
- Strategy V: Addressing cross-cutting issues, such as labor, gender and climate change, where related to international fisheries
- Strategy VI: Empowering SEAFDEC to strengthen its roles in the region and to improve its services to Member Countries
- New Projects
- Departmental Programs
- Aquaculture Department
- Training Department
- Other Programs
45PCM was briefed on the details of the project as presented by a representative of the SEAFDEC Secretariat. 45PCM was briefed on the details of the project as presented by a representative of the SEAFDEC Secretariat.
PIPELINE PROJECTS AND EMERGING NEEDS FOR PREPARATION OF FUTURE PROJECT PROPOSALS
The 45PCM was briefed on the progress and achievements of the program in 2022 (Annex 13) and noted that this program was successfully completed in 2022 as presented by the representative of the SEAFDEC Secretariat.
COOPERATION WITH DONORS, NON-MEMBER GOVERNMENTS AND INTERNATIONAL/REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
- Monitoring and Evaluation of the Implementation of RES&POA-2030
- Updating JTF budget request process in Japan
- The Outline Japanese Trust Fund-7
- Letter of Agreement to Support the Implementation of National Activities under SEAFDEC Projects 153. The 45PCM took note of the requirements of the Letter of Agreement to Support the Implementation of
A member of the Program Committee for the Philippines reiterated that the current evaluation process is to gather basic information. Subsequently, the 45PCM determined that the budget request process for JTF-7 would continue annually under the Government of Japan's one-year basis.
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE FORTY-FIFTH MEETING OF THE PROGRAM COMMITTEE
- Adoption of Report of the Program Committee Meeting
- Date and Venue of the Forty-sixth Meeting of the Program Committee
45PCM considered the requirements of the Letter of Agreement for Implementation Support of 153. 45PCM considered the requirements of the Letter of Agreement for Supporting the Implementation of National Activities under SEAFDEC Projects (Annex 20) as presented by the representative from the SEAFDEC Secretariat.
CLOSING OF THE PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING
Specifically, 45PCM noted that the Letter of Agreement (LOA) must be signed by the Secretary General of SEAFDEC and the relevant Council Directors prior to the transfer of grants from SEAFDEC to member countries for the implementation of national activities under the LOA.
LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
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- WELCOME REMARKS
- OPENING REMARKS
- KEYNOTE SPEECH
- AGENDA
- Opening of the Meeting
- Adoption of Agenda and Arrangement of the Meeting
- Review of SEAFDEC Programs Implementation for the Year 2022 and Proposed Programs for the Year 2023
- Cooperation with Donors, Non-member Governments and International/Regional Organizations 5.1 FAO
- USAID/RDMA 5.3 WWF
- Conclusion and Recommendations of the Forty-fifth Meeting of the Program Committee 7.1 Adoption of the Report
- PROJECTS UNDER THE FISHERIES CONSULTATIVE GROUP
Now more than ever, SEAFDEC must continue its commitment to the nations of the region. Our coalition's member states are facing enormous challenges in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Ensuring the food safety and quality of fish and fishery products for the Southeast Asian region
4 Research to Improve Sustainable Utilization and Management of Sharks and Rays in Southeast Asia. Sustainable management of fisheries, marine life resources and their habitats in the Bay of Bengal region for the benefit of coastal states and communities.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1. Executive Summary
- Background and Justification
- Project in relevance to the Plan of Action on Sustainable Fisheries for Food Security for the ASEAN Region Towards 2030
- Gender Sensitivity of the Project
- Project Goal, Outcome, Outputs, Activities, Indicators and Verification 1 Logical Framework
- Project Implementation Plan for 2020–2024
- Proposed Budget for 2020–2024
- Activity 2.1
- Activity 3.1
- Activity 4.1
- Project Achievements in the Present Year (2022)
- Activities and Budget in the Present Year
- Expected Outcome/Outputs and Achievements
- List of Publications in 2022
- Evaluation on Workshops/Training Courses by Participants of AMSs
- Major Impacts/Issues
The Regional Workshop on Monitoring Control and Surveillance for Combating IUU Fishing in Southeast Asia was organized in August 2022. Activity 2.2 The regional workshop on monitoring control and surveillance for combating IUU fishing in Southeast Asia was organized for the SEAFDEC member countries.
Outcome, Outputs and Activities and Proposed Budget
In order to strengthen cooperation with other organizations, increase capacities and update information on issues related to IU fishing, project staff participate in international meetings/workshops related to IU fishing. Future capacity building needs to support the implementation of the ASEAN AN-IUU network have been identified in consultation with AMSs.
Implementation Plan of Activities in 2023
SEAFDEC/TD continues to facilitate, test, monitor and transfer the eACDS application for Myanmar and support implementation for Cambodia.
Expected Activity Results in 2023
SEAFDEC fisheries statistics data have improved in line with the revised Regional Framework for Fisheries Statistics of Southeast Asia. Data items reported based on the revised Regional Framework for Fisheries Statistics of Southeast Asia. Consultation(s) to gather input for the revision of the Regional Framework for Fisheries Statistics of Southeast Asia.
Expected Outcome/Outputs and Achievements in the Present Year
Activity 1.2 Organize the second regional technical consultation to gather input for the revision of the regional framework for fisheries statistics for South East Asia. Consultation to gather input for the revision of the Southeast Asia Regional Fisheries Statistics Framework. The final version of the revised regional framework for fisheries statistics for Southeast Asia and a set of questionnaires.
Executive Summary
- Proposed Budget for 2020 – 2024
Activity 3.1 Fourteen (14) participants from 7 SEAFDEC member countries participated in the regional online course on shipboard fish handling. Sub-activity 3.1: Research on fishermen's dependency, marketing and trade in sharks and rays in the visited region/country. Activity 3.1 Survey on fishermen's dependence, marketing and trade in sharks and rays in the visited region/country.
PROJECT ACHIEVEMENTS IN 2022
- Achievements of the Project Implementation for the present year (2022)
- Achievements and Expected Outcomes/Outputs of the Activity
- List of Completed Publications in 2022
- Evaluation from Participants of Member Countries for WS and Training Course
- Implementation Plan of Activities in 2022
Shorthead anchovy (Encrasicholina heteroloba) and Indian anchovy (Stolephorus indicus) are two dominant anchovies in the Southeast Asian region. Stock assessments and risk assessments for large neritic tuna species in the Southeast Asian region. Activity 2.2: Explanation of the stock structure for one neritic tuna species in the South East Asian region.
Stock Assessment and Risk Assessment for small pelagic fish in the Southeast Asian region Activity 1.1: Stock
- Major Impacts and Issues
- Project Overall Objectives/Targets, Outcomes, Outputs, Indicators and Activities 1 Logical Framework
Activity 2.1: Stock assessments and risk assessments for key species of neritic tuna in the Southeast Asian region. Elucidation of stock structure for a neritic tuna species in the Southeast Asian region. Information on the stock status of selected small pelagic species in the Southeast Asia Region.
Implementation of the EAFM in the pilot learning sites Activity 1.1 Training or workshop to strengthen
For output 1, the project conducted courses on management tools for the ecosystem approach to fisheries management at national and regional levels, a workshop to revise the EAFM plan for Boeng Tonle Chhmar, Cambodia, and an EAFM training in Kawthaung for Myanmar. For Output 2, a study on the status of fisheries socio-economic assistance, particularly in the field of microfinance, microcredit and insurance in the member countries in accordance with the implementation of the SSF guidelines in Southeast Asia, in Kawthaung in Myanmar, and a study on the Development Plan to supporting fishing communities to improve their product development and marketing to promote income generations of SSF fishers was conducted in Krabi Province, Thailand. For output 3, the capacity development on gender integration in SSF in the fisheries management process and value chains was carried out in Indonesia and Malaysia in close collaboration with IFRDMD-Indonesia and MFRDMD-Malaysia.
Capability development in the implementation of SSF guidelines for improving the livelihood and well-being of small-scale fishers
Meeting with FiA to finalize a draft EAFM plan for Boeng Tonle Chhmar, Cambodia and submit the EAFM plan (final version) to FiA, Cambodia. Study of a development plan to support fishing communities to improve the development and marketing of their products (quality control, distribution, market access, etc.).
Further promotion of the gender integration and empowerment in sustainable fisheries management in SEA and gender empowerment to promote alternative livelihood
Implementation of the EAFM in the pilot learning sites Activity 1.1 Training or workshop to strengthen national capacities
Activity 2.1 Investigating the status of fisheries socio-economic assistance, particularly in microfinance, microcredit and insurance in member countries in line with the implementation of the SSF guidelines in Southeast Asia. SSF staff participated in the International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture 2022 (IYAFA 2022) webinars (hosted by FAO RAP and INFOFISH) and the presentation of "SEAFDEC Regional Activities on Small-Scale Fisheries". National Training on Gender (Equality and Equality in . Integration in SSF in SEA) at MFRDMD, Malaysia Activity was conducted on 25-27 October 2022 Activity 3.2 Participation in the relevant international/regional forum and.
Implementation of the EAFM in the pilot learning sites
Report of the National Training on Gender (Equality and Equality in .integration in SSF in SEA) Indonesia Hardcopy and electronic file 8. Report of the National Training on Gender (Equality and Equality in .integration in SSF in SEA) Malaysia Hardcopy and . SEAFDEC employees participate in the relevant meetings/workshops to gain knowledge and information on microfinance in fisheries, microcredits and insurance for small-scale fishermen. Evaluation result: none.
Further promotion of the gender integration and empowerment in sustainable fisheries management in SEA and gender empowerment to promote alternative
- Proposed Budget for 2016–2022 Remarks
- Activities and Budget in the Present Year (as of 30 June)
- Major Impacts/Issues
Project Title: Establishment and Operation of a Regional System of Fisheries Sanctuaries in the South China Sea and Gulf of Thailand. Identification and management of fisheries and critical habitat connections at priority fisheries refuges in the South China Sea and Gulf of Thailand. Report of the Draft Fisheries Refugia Mapping (for Approval by the Refugia Site Management Committee).
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR 2023
Conclusion of a project coordination agreement between SEAFDEC and UNEP by 30 June 2023 or subject to the submission of the 2022 consolidated financial statement report and approval of financial matters by UNEP. UNEP will carry out a final assessment in the first half of 2023 in cooperation with the Project Coordination Unit.
OVERALL PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1. Executive Summary
Background and Justification 1 Current Problem
- Project Implementation Plan for 2019–2022
- Proposed Budget for 2016–2022
1.2: Proposed monitoring method for management of inland fisheries resources by means of GIS Mapping/RS technology and an analytical guide. 2.2 : The number of staff who can analyze using GIS Mapping / RS technology is increased in AMS countries. The technical analysis method of GIS / RS map to clarify the relationship between geographic/environmental data and capture data is distributed in AMS.
Project Goal, Outputs, Activities, Indicators and Verification 1 Logical Framework
Activity 1.2 The implementation of the planned activities has been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Activity 2.1 The implementation of the planned activities has been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Activity 2.2 The implementation of the planned activities has been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Outputs and Activities and Proposed Budget
- Regionality
- Project History
- Project Implementation Plan for 2020–2023
- Proposed Budget for 2020–2023
Demand for and use of Southeast Asia's tropical eel resources is increasing. 2-3 Develop appropriate methods for estimating allowable catch limits that will ensure sustainable use of tropical eel stocks. Effective management measures based on the assessment of tropical anguilidal stocks are proposed, formulated and implemented.
List of Publications in 2022 None
Activity 1.1 Statistical Data Collection Surveys Statistical data collection surveys were conducted in Philippine, Myanmar. Activity 1.2 Surveys for collecting sample data Surveys for collecting sample data have been conducted in Indonesia. Activity 1.3 Surveys for collecting DNA data Surveys for collecting DNA data have been conducted in Indonesia.
Evaluation on Workshops/Training Courses etc by Participants of AMSs None
Collect and analyze biological data / catch and fishing effort data
Collect and analyze genetic data
Develop methods for assessment eel stock
Regional Meeting
Activity 1.1
During the 34th ASEAN Summit held in Thailand on 22 June 2019, ASEAN Member States adopted the “Bangkok Declaration on Combating Marine Litter in the ASEAN Region” and called for the implementation of. ASEAN member states adopted the "Bangkok Declaration on Combating Marine Litter in the ASEAN Region" during the ASEAN Summit in Thailand in June 2019 and called for the implementation of. These are the “Bangkok Declaration on Combating Marine Litter in the ASEAN Region” and the “ASEAN Framework for Action on Marine Litter”.
