The International Conference on Marine Sciences kicked off this Monday in Luanda. The event is being organized by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources through the National Institute of Fisheries and Marine Research (INIPM), in partnership with the Exebus Program and with the support of the EAF-Nansen program.
The conference, which ends on Tuesday, is held under the theme “Pattern of Dynamics of Angola’s Fishery Resources in the Decade of Marine Heat Waves during the Tropical Coastal Upwelling Period”, according to the Ministry on Facebook.
The meeting aims to assess the scientific connections that explain the dynamics of fishery resources, focusing on pelagic species and aspects related to Climatology and Fishing Pressure.
The event also serves as a platform for technical and scientific dialogue, where experiences and perspectives will be shared, and knowledge gaps identified.
Additionally, the cooperation network aims to support decision-making and the sustainable management of resources.
The opening speech was delivered by the Secretary of State for Fisheries and Marine Resources. On the occasion, Álvaro dos Santos emphasized that the event places Angola prominently on the international stage, at a time when the country faces major challenges such as climate change, population growth in coastal areas, and increasing pressure on marine ecosystems.
Source: Jornal de Angola
