01 December 2015, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire - A Fisherman manifacturing his net on the beach of Vridi Canal. The Global Fisheries initiative focuses on strengthening the fisheries sector? policy, legal and regulatory frameworks to incorporate environmental, social and economic sustainability considerations; Improving the capacity and capability of fishing nations, regional management bodies and empowering communities in sustainable management of fisheries; Promoting private-public partnerships that enable responsible investment along the supply chain, fostering sustainable fisheries and sustainable development.