6.17: Principle

The principle emphasizes that states and stakeholders should recognize and improve for small-scale fisheries (both inland and marine). Key aspects include:

While Principle 6.17 is specific to small-scale fisheries, it aligns with broader international maritime principles, such as: Principle 6.17

By ensuring the safety of those in the formal and informal sectors, the sustainability of the small-scale fisheries as a whole is reinforced. International Legal Context The principle emphasizes that states and stakeholders should