22nd Regular Session of the Northern Committee

NC22 will consider the status and management of North Pacific striped marlin under CMM 2024-06, taking into account ISC scientific advice indicating that the stock remains overfished and subject to overfishing, as well as updated projections on the rebuilding trajectory, if available. 

The Committee will also examine whether current catch levels and recent trends are consistent with the agreed rebuilding plan, noting concerns raised at WCPFC22 regarding increasing catches and the need for continued strong management attention. 

In line with the NC work programme, the Committee will review ISC inputs relevant to the rebuilding plan, while noting that the next stock assessment is scheduled for 2027.