While the most significant international Atlantic shark conservation deliberations take place in the autumn, the Shark League works year-round to set the stage for good outcomes at those meetings. We contribute to myriad discussions to promote clear scientific advice, build broad stakeholder support, and maximize fishing nations' capacity to agree and implement effective shark conservation policies. Here's the latest information on our progress.
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EU and US Prevent Vital Protections for Endangered Mako Sharks
November 25, 2019
North Atlantic ban endorsed by 16 countries – including Japan and China – thwarted in ICCAT meeting Mallorca, Spain. November 25, 2019. Conservationists are shocked...
ICCAT intervention on mako sharks
November 23, 2019
Delivered on behalf of Shark League members groups and partner NGOs, including Defenders of Wildlife and Oceana Our organizations remain deeply concerned about the dire...