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Editorial

Welcome to the latest issue of the SPC Fisheries Newsletter. I would like to draw your attention to the recent SPC publication "Horizontal Longline Fishing manual". The main purpose of this manual is to introduce the horizontal longline fishing method to Pacific Island fishermen, and assist those currently involved to improve their fishing success, particularly in commercial or semi-commercial situations. This manual is intended to act as a guide to the principles and techniques of good horizontal tuna longline fishing. Environmental and conservation issues and concerns have also been included to raise awareness and to present ways to minimise impacts on unwanted species or the environment as a result of horizontal tuna longline fishing activities.

Michel Blanc presents on page 33 the results of the review of the SPC/Nelson Polytechnic Pacific Island Fisheries Officers Training Course. It was considered essential by fisheries administrations that a comprehensive review be undertaken, with regards to the major changes fisheries in the Pacific have undergone over the last two decades with the development of subsistence, artisanal and industrial sectors

Jean-Paul Gaudechoux,
Fisheries Information Adviser
(jeanpaulg@spc.int)