Ministry of Fisheries and Trade Tuvalu

On behalf of the people of Tuvalu, the Government, through its Fisheries Department, acts as a responsible custodian of oceanic or designated inshore fishery resources and fisheries rights so that they generate national revenues and sustainable employment opportunities. The Department also supports Kaupule (Island Council) and Falekaupule (Traditional Leaders) to manage inshore fisheries to support livelihoods and provide local food security.

The primary objectives of the Department, as expressed in the 3nd Corporate Plan (2020-2022) are:

1: Sustainable management of Tuvalu’s Oceanic Fisheries Resources;

2: Maintaining and, where possible, increasing economic benefits from the tuna fishery;

3: Improved management of coastal fisheries for sustainable inshore resources;

4: Supporting sustainable development of small-scale fisheries for livelihoods, food security and healthier diets;

5: Improvement and maintenance of TFD infrastructure and facilities;

6: Development of staff capacity and systems; and

7: Promoting public awareness and education on fisheries issues.