Conservation and management of fish stocks: statistical monitoring of bluefin tuna, swordfish and bigeye tuna

The committee adopted the report by Rosa MIGUÉLEZ RAMOS (PES, E) approving the proposal under the consultation procedure, subject to one amendment. Whereas the proposal provided for Member States to report to the Commission on the quantities of fish imported into their territory, the committee introduced a new clause requiring Member States also to supply information on the quantities of fish exported from their territory, broken down by third country of destination, place of origin and type of fishing gear used. It argued that this was within the spirit of the Commission's own action plan and would enhance the transparency of the market.�