22nd Regular Session of the Scientific Committee

SC22 will consider the special requirements of developing States, particularly small island developing States (SIDS) and Participating Territories as they relate to the work of the Scientific Committee. This may include reviewing workplan prioritization, improving timelines and accessibility of scientific materials, considering capacity impacts when developing advice, and providing input to the Article 30 review by identifying where SC processes may necessitate Commission support related to Article 30 and relevant CMMs. 

SC21 highlighted practical barriers for SIDS and Participating Territory CCMs, such as increasing workload, compressed timelines, and increasing data obligations, all of which present challenges for small delegations with limited capacities.