To assist in the dissemination of information; to promote cooperation among and within governmental organizations; to advise on the development of inland fisheries and aquaculture.
Objectives
The objectives of the Commission are:
to assist in the collection and dissemination of pertinent information on inland fisheries and aquaculture;
to assist in the analysis of such information;
to assist with the identification of emerging issues and opportunities regarding inland fisheries and aquaculture;
to propose and assist in the organization of appropriate symposia;
to promote liaison and cooperation among and within governmental organizations;
to advise on any other matters appropriate to the promotion of the development and utilization of inland fisheries and aquaculture within the competence of the Organization;
to advise on the development of an organized approach among interested governments of this region toward the development of inland fisheries and aquaculture as may seem desirable and feasible.
Chairperson's presentation on EIFAC to the 4th World Fisheries Congress in Vancouver, Canada, in 2004
