The International Cooperation and Partnerships theme was introduced by Malinee Smithrithee, Secretary-General, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center. The presentations and panel discussion examined the requirements for effective international collaborations through an examination of different multi-state alliances, state partnerships and MCS support provided by intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations.
Luke Bantock, Team Leader, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), United Kingdom
Heather McCready, Director General, Conservation and Protection, Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), Canada
Viv Fernandes, Senior Manager – International Compliance Policy, Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA)
Pedro Galache, Head of Unit, EFCA Coast Guard and International Programs
Eleanor Partridge, Senior Analyst, TMT
Blaise Kuemlangan, Chief of Development Law Service, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)