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Brazil: “With the development of the REBYC II-LAC project in Brazil, the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture expects to share experience and knowledge with other Latin-American and Caribbean countries in order to reduce the bycatch and waste in the shrimp trawl fishery, through a participatory and transparent process involving all stakeholders. The development of the FAO-GEF led REBYC II LAC project will surely be a milestone towards the implementation of the ecosystem approach in the shrimp trawl fishery in the region, ensuring this important fishing activity can be done in a more selective and sustainable manner.” Costa Rica: “We are moving towards a sustainable fishery with a comprehensive approach. In Costa Rica, we will work with men, women, seniors, youth and children, and academia and government institutions. Our work will integrate artisanal, small-scale fisheries and semi-industrial shrimp trawling to achieve the objective of the project reduce by-catch and eliminate discards in shrimp trawl fishery. Mexico: “The implementation of improvement to reduce bycatch from trawling for shrimp allow the sustainable use of resources and mitigating the adverse impacts  to marine habitats.” Suriname: “REBYC II-LAC gave us the opportunity to be engaged and work with other fisheries institution and organization in the wider region. Close contact has been established with NOAA and some work has already taken place. International NGO’s like WWF are willing to fund local projects that create environmental awareness for ecosystem approach and promote sustainable fisheries. Example is BRD development and testing in seabob (Xyphopenaeus kroyeri) trawlers.” Trinidad & Tobago: “Thanks to REBYC-II, Trinidad and Tobago has engaged the attention and involvement of the trawl fishery community such as the government, boat owners, crew, fishermen, vendors and other stakeholders in the initial planning phase of the project. Their valued inputs will make a success of the project as we positively move forward together with the research and implementation of BRDs.” OSPESCA: “Now that the world seeks sustainable utilization of natural resources, particularly fishing resources, the REBYC-II LAC Project is an alternative to perfect trawl fishing for shrimp, as it will identify options for responsible and successful fishing in Latin America, ensuring the preservation of species biodiversity. OSPESCA will benefit from the successful results of this project and promote its application in other member countries”.