The outcome sought from the Technical Consultation is a set of recommendations to COFI on a mandate for the ongoing development and implementation of the Global Record, a strategic framework for that development and implementation, and identification of the resources needed for its development, implementation and ongoing operation.

During the Technical Consultation, where appropriate, discussion on the key subject area will be preceded by a brief introductory presentation by a subject matter expert from within the project team. Member States will be invited to consider the relevant issues and options and provide appropriate guidance relevant to the outcome sought.

The Technical Consultation should provide recommendations to COFI on a framework for the ongoing development and implementation of the Global Record covering each of the key subject areas. Those key subject areas include:

• Scope of the Global Record;
• Unique Vessel Identifier (UVI) as an essential element of the Global Record;
• Hosting, management and funding options for the Global Record;
• Implementation options for the Global Record;
• Information access protocols;
• Developing country needs and opportunities; and
• Legal Issues and whether a future binding instrument is appropriate.

The official FAO information and registration page for the Technical Consultation provides access to documents, registration forms and other information for participants.

A list of all official documents is supplied below.