CCAMLR-XXXV | Meetings

Thirty-fifth Meeting of the Commission

Location:

Hobart, Australia

Meeting Start Date/Time:

Monday, 17 October 2016

Meeting End Date/Time:

Friday, 28 October 2016

Submissions Due

Friday, 2 September 2016 - 00:00 Australia/Hobart (Working Paper)

Saturday, 17 September 2016 - 00:00 Australia/Hobart (Background Paper)

Schedule for the Thirty-fifth Meetings of the Commission and the Scientific Committee

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Meeting Documents

Documents

Document Number	Title	Agenda Item(s)
CCAMLR-XXXV/01 More Info	Automatic identification system (AIS) evaluation CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/02 More Info	Policy issues arising from CCAMLR inspections undertaken from HMS Protector during 2015-16 Delegations of the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand Abstract: HMS Protector, the UK Royal Navy’s ice patrol vessel, undertook a circumnavigation of Antarctica during the 2015-16 season. Whilst in the Ross Sea region, CCAMLR inspectors from Australia and New Zealand joined HMS Protector on a fisheries patrol. Four CCAMLR licensed toothfish fishing vessels were inspected in the Ross Sea during December 2015 – February 2016. During Read More Submitted By: Dr Marta Söffker (European Union) Approved By: Ms Kylie Bamford (United Kingdom) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/03 More Info	Examination of the audited financial statements for 2015 Executive Secretary Submitted By: Mrs Deborah Jenner Request Meeting Document	4.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/04 More Info	Review of the 2016 Budget, Draft 2017 Budget and Forecast Budget for 2018 Executive Secretary Submitted By: Ms Belinda Blackburn (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4.4
CCAMLR-XXXV/05 More Info	Executive Secretary's Annual Report 2016 Executive Secretary Abstract: The Executive Secretary's Report, for the 12-month period since CCAMLR-XXXIV, is accompanied by an Implementation Report for the second year of the Secretariat’s Strategic Plan (2015–2018) and an Implementation Report for the Secretariat’s Salary and Staffing Strategy for 2016. Submitted By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/06 Rev. 1 More Info	Draft Procedures for the Appointment of the Executive Secretary of CCAMLR CCAMLR Secretariat Abstract: This paper proposes a procedure to support the advertisement of the post for the next Executive Secretary and the subsequent selection process for review and finalisation by Members at CCAMLR-XXXV. Submitted By: Mrs Deborah Jenner Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4.5
CCAMLR-XXXV/07 More Info	e-CDS Workshop Summary Report CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.1, 3.1.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/08 More Info	Proposal for amendment to CCAMLR Conservation Measures 10-06 and 10-07 to allow for proper investigation timeframes and increased transparency Delegation of the European Union Submitted By: Mr Herbert Schuller (European Union) Approved By: Mr Seppo Nurmi (European Union) Request Meeting Document	3.1.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/09 More Info	Report of the Intersessional Correspondence Group – Sustainable Financing 2016 CCAMLR Secretariat Abstract: A summary of the work undertaken in relation to tasks identified at CCAMLR-XXXIV for the attention of the Intersessional Contact Group – Sustainable Financing (ICG-SF) during 2015/16 is presented. Key outcomes included (i) a preliminary assessment of the economic value of marine resources harvested by CCAMLR-managed fisheries, (ii) further consideration of the administrative component of Read More Submitted By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/10 More Info	The value of marine resources harvested in the CCAMLR Convention Area – an assessment of GVP CCAMLR Secretariat Abstract: In 2015, the Commission identified eleven tasks (Tasks i to xi) for ongoing consideration by the Intersessional Correspondence Group – Sustainable Financing (CCAMLR-XXXIV, paragraph 4.5). In early 2016, noting specific direction from the Commission regarding additional consideration of the administrative component of notification fees (see CCAMLR-XXXV/11), the ICG-SF, using the Read More Submitted By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/11 More Info	Intersessional Correspondence Group – Sustainable Financing – Notification Fees CCAMLR Secretariat Abstract: This paper provides a summary of matters relating to the Secretariat’s support for fishery notification processes and associated costs considered by the Intersessional Correspondence Group – Sustainable Financing (ICG-SF) during the 2015/16 intersessional period. Submitted By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/12 Rev. 2 More Info	IUU fishing activity and trends in 2015/16 and IUU Vessel Lists CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.2.1, 3.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/13 Rev. 1 More Info	Establishing time-limited Special Areas for Scientific Study in newly exposed marine areas following ice shelf retreat or collapse in Subarea 48.1, Subarea 48.5 and Subarea 88.3 Delegation of the European Union and its Member States Submitted By: Mr Herbert Schuller (European Union) Approved By: Mr Seppo Nurmi (European Union) Request Meeting Document	5.6, 8.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/14 More Info	A proposal to make activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Dr Keith Reid Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	9, 8.1, 3.1.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/15 Rev. 2 More Info	Revisions to the draft East Antarctic Representative System of Marine Protected Areas (EARSMPA) Conservation Measure Delegations of Australia and the European Union and its Member States Abstract: A draft conservation measure establishing the East Antarctic Representative System of Marine Protected Areas (EARSMPA) has been under consideration by the Commission since 2012. The attached draft conservation measure is a revision of the proposal submitted to CCAMLR XXXIV (CCAMLR XXXIV/30). It reflects issues raised at CCAMLR XXXIV and in this intersessional period. Submitted By: Ms Eloise Carr (Australia) Approved By: Dr Nick Gales (Australia) Request Meeting Document	8.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/16 More Info	Managing risk of localised effects of the developing krill fishery in Area 48: the need for maintaining a distribution of the trigger level Delegation of Australia Submitted By: Ms Amy Young (Australia) Approved By: Dr Nick Gales (Australia) Request Meeting Document	8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/17 More Info	Proposed amendments to Conservation Measure 10-05 to broaden the scope of how Non-Contracting Parties can participate in the CCAMLR Catch Documentation Scheme for seized or confiscated catch Delegation of Australia Abstract: This paper presents suggested amendments to Conservation Measure (CM) 10-05 for CCAMLR’s consideration. The proposed amendments broaden the scope of how Non-Contracting Parties (NCPs) may participate in the Catch Documentation Scheme (CDS), where they have seized or confiscated Dissostichus spp. catch. The amendments are based on the options presented by Australia at CCAMLR XXXIV ( Read More Submitted By: Ms Amy Young (Australia) Approved By: Dr Nick Gales (Australia) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.1, 3.1.3, 8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/18 More Info	Proposal on a conservation measure establishing the Weddell Sea Marine Protected Area (WSMPA) Delegation of the European Union and its Member States Approved By: Mr Seppo Nurmi (European Union) Request Meeting Document	5.5, 8.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/19 More Info	Undertaking of a Second Performance Review Delegation of the European Union Submitted By: Mr Herbert Schuller (European Union) Approved By: Mr Seppo Nurmi (European Union) Request Meeting Document	9
CCAMLR-XXXV/20 More Info	Comments regarding a marine protected area on the southern shelf of the South Orkney Islands (SOISS MPA) Delegation of the Russian Federation Abstract: The Marine Protected Area on the southern shelf of the South Orkney Islands (SOISS MPA) established by CCAMLR in Subarea 48.2 on the initiative of the United Kingdom has existed for more than seven years (Conservation Measure СМ 91-03, 2009). However, there are still issues related to the scientific and legal aspects of this MPA that require clarification. The SOISS MPA is the first MPA Read More Submitted By: Dr Andrey Petrov (Russian Federation) Approved By: Mr Dmitry Kremenyuk (Russian Federation) Request Meeting Document	5.5, 8.1, 8.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/21 More Info	Comments on the final draft of the Conservation Measure on the establishment of an MPA in the East Antarctic System (EARSMPA, 2016 version) Delegation of the Russian Federation Submitted By: Dr Andrey Petrov (Russian Federation) Approved By: Mr Dmitry Kremenyuk (Russian Federation) Request Meeting Document	8.2, 5.5
CCAMLR-XXXV/22 More Info	Proposal for amendment to CCAMLR Conservation Measure 10-02 to ensure detailed fishing vessel information is submitted Delegation of the European Union Submitted By: Mr Herbert Schuller (European Union) Approved By: Mr Seppo Nurmi (European Union) Request Meeting Document	3.1.3, 8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/23 More Info	Prohibition of finning of sharks caught in the CAMLR Convention Area Delegations of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, the European Union, Namibia, South Africa, Uruguay and the USA Abstract: Conservation Measure 32-18 on the conservation of sharks prohibits “directed fishing on shark species in the Convention Area…” and calls for the live release of incidentally-caught sharks where possible. The measure is, however, silent on the practice of shark finning should incidental catches of sharks occur. The delegations of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, European Union, Read More Submitted By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Approved By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Request Meeting Document	8.1, 3.1.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/24 More Info	Proposal to strengthen monitoring and control of transhipments Delegations of Australia and the USA Abstract: This paper proposes amendments to strengthen Conservation Measure 10-09 by addressing gaps in the monitoring of transhipments. Currently, most of the transhipments in the Convention Area occur between vessels licensed to fish in the Convention Area and vessels of Non-Contracting parties (NCPs). The proposed amendments establish a CCAMLR Record of Carrier Vessels, which may include NCP vessels Read More Submitted By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Approved By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Request Meeting Document	4.3, 8.1, 3.1.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/25 Rev. 1 More Info	A proposal for the establishment of a Ross Sea Region marine protected area Delegations of New Zealand and the USA Abstract: The delegations of New Zealand and the United States submit this revised proposal for the establishment of a marine protected area (MPA) in the Ross Sea Region (“Ross Sea Region Marine Protected Area”) by the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (Commission or CCAMLR). First submitted at CCAMLR XXXI in 2012, again at CCAMLR SM-II (CCAMLR-SM-II/04) and Read More Submitted By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Approved By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Request Meeting Document	8.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/26 More Info	Regulation of the krill fishery within the CCAMLR area Delegation of Chile Abstract: The Commission currently manages toothfish, icefish and krill fisheries. However, after three decades of activity the management of these fisheries by CCAMLR can be seen to be developing differently. That is to say, the monitoring of fishing activities in the krill fishery in the CCAMLR Area can be seen to differ from that implemented in other fisheries. This situation could be affecting the Read More Submitted By: Mr Francisco Berguño (Chile) Approved By: Mr Francisco Berguño (Chile) Request Meeting Document	3.1.3, 8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/27 More Info	Proposal for a revision of the compliance status categories in CM 10-10 Delegation of Chile Abstract: Since 2013 the Secretariat of the Commission has been preparing an annual compliance report in accordance with the provisions of Conservation Measure 10-10. This report has facilitated the analysis by the Standing Committee on Implementation and Compliance (SCIC) of alleged issues of non-compliance with some conservation measures. The report and its discussion have made it possible to clarify Read More Submitted By: Mr Francisco Berguño (Chile) Approved By: Mr Francisco Berguño (Chile) Request Meeting Document	3.1.3, 8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/28 More Info	The Ross Sea MPA (comments and questions regarding document CCAMLR XXXIV/29 Rev. 1) Delegation of the Russian Federation Submitted By: Dr Andrey Petrov (Russian Federation) Approved By: Mr Dmitry Kremenyuk (Russian Federation) Request Meeting Document	5.5, 8.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/29 More Info	Proposal by Ukraine to amend CCAMLR Conservation Measure 10-05 on the Dissostichus Catch Documentation Scheme Delegation of Ukraine Abstract: This paper presents a proposal by Ukraine to amend Conservation Measure 10-05 in respect of the implementation of the Dissostichus spp. Catch Document: i.e. it is clarified that this document shall apply in cases of transhipment or landing of Dissostichus spp. catches. Submitted By: Dr Kostiantyn Demianenko (Ukraine) Approved By: Mr Oleh Klochak (Ukraine) Request Meeting Document	3.1.3, 8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/30 More Info	On interim distribution of the trigger level in the fishery for Euphausia superba in statistical Subareas 48.1, 48.2, 48.3 and 48.4 Delegation of Ukraine Abstract: This text is revised version of earlier presented by Ukraine document WG-EMM-16/56. Taking into account the current state of krill fishery in Area 48 and other important factors, Ukraine proposes to upgrade the Conservation Measure 51-07 in order to redistribute the trigger level of catch in 620 000 tonnes between Subareas in Area 48 in a new percentage limits. This revision of CM 51-07 Read More Submitted By: Dr Kostiantyn Demianenko (Ukraine) Approved By: Mr Oleh Klochak (Ukraine) Request Meeting Document	5.2.1, 8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/31 More Info	Amendments to Conservation Measure 51-06 (2014) General measure for scientific observation in fisheries for Euphausia superba Delegation of Ukraine Abstract: Uncertainties in Antarctic krill stock still do not allow scientists to develop comprehensive system of Feedback management of krill fishery and to provide work on forecast of the ecosystem changes that has been discussed at the Bologna 2016 Meeting of the WG-EMM. To improve that situation Ukraine suggests the changes to CCAMLR Conservation Measure 51-06(2014) in order to make the scientific Read More Submitted By: Dr Kostiantyn Demianenko (Ukraine) Approved By: Mr Oleh Klochak (Ukraine) Request Meeting Document	3.1.3, 6, 8.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/32 Rev. 1 More Info	CCAMLR Compliance Evaluation Procedure (CCEP) CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/33 More Info	The contribution of the Soviet Union and Russia to the study of Antarctic biological resources (the 200th anniversary of the Antarctic discovery by Russia 1820–2020) Delegation of the Russian Federation Abstract: In 1820 during the Russian expedition under the command of M.P. Lazarev and F.F. Bellingshausen the continent of Antarctica was discovered. Submitted By: Dr Andrey Petrov (Russian Federation) Approved By: Mr Dmitry Kremenyuk (Russian Federation) Request Meeting Document	6
CCAMLR-XXXV/34 More Info	Report of the Standing Committee on Implementation and Compliance (SCIC) Submitted By: Ms Belinda Blackburn (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3
CCAMLR-XXXV/35 More Info	Report of the Standing Committee on Administration and Finance (SCAF) Submitted By: Ms Belinda Blackburn (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4
CCAMLR-XXXV/36 More Info	Report of the Thirty-fifth meeting of the Scientific Committee (Hobart, Australia, 17 to 21 October 2016) Submitted By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	5
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/01 More Info	Summary report Thirty-ninth Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (Santiago, Chile, 23 May to 1 June 2016) Executive Secretary Submitted By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	10.1.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/02 More Info	Thirty-second Session of the Committee on Fisheries (Rome, Italy, 11 to 15 July 2016) Abbreviated summary highlighting items of interest to CCAMLR Members based on the draft report Executive Secretary Submitted By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/03 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Namibia) to the 2015 annual meeting of the South East Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (SEAFO), Swakopmund, Namibia, 30 November to 4 December 2015 CCAMLR Observer (Namibia) Submitted By: Mr Titus Iilende (Namibia) Approved By: Mr Titus Iilende (Namibia) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/04 More Info	Description of the General Fund Budget CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Deborah Jenner Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	4.4
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/05 Rev. 1 More Info	Fishery notifications 2016/17 CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/06 Rev. 1 More Info	Implementation of the Catch Documentation Scheme (CDS) CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/07 More Info	Informations sur la pêche INN dans les ZEE françaises de Kerguelen et Crozet et dans la zone statistique 58 de la CCAMLR Délégation française Abstract: Ce rapport synthétise les observations françaises en matière de pêche illicite du 15 juillet 2015 au 15 juillet 2016 concernant les sous-zones statistiques 58.6, 58.5.1, 58.5.2 incluant les ZEE de Crozet, Kerguelen et Heard et Mac Donald, ainsi que des informations d’intérêt général sur les activités de pêche dans les sous-zones statistiques 58.4.3 et 58.4.4, eaux internationales comprenant Read More Submitted By: Mr Jonathan Cholet (France) Approved By: Mr Jonathan Cholet (France) Request Meeting Document	3.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/08 More Info	The Hongjin 707: Case study and recommended next steps for CCAMLR Submitted by ASOC Abstract: This paper provides an overview of the case of the Korean fishing vessel Hongjin 707 and recommendations for actions from CCAMLR. Since the Hongjin 707 has engaged in IUU fishing, it is appropriate for CCAMLR to include the vessel on the Contracting Party (CP)-IUU list and to request Korea to withdraw its notifications for the vessel for the 2016-2017 fishing season Read More Submitted By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	3.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/09 More Info	Proposal to revise conservation measures related to activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Dr Keith Reid Approved By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	9, 8.1, 3.1.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/10 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer to the Third Meeting of the Parties of the Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA), 3 to 8 July 2016, Saint-Denis, La Reunion CCAMLR Observer (Australia) Submitted By: Ms Eloise Carr (Australia) Approved By: Dr Nick Gales (Australia) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/11 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer to the Fourth Meeting of the Commission of the South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (Valdivia, Chile, 25 to 29 January 2016) CCAMLR Observer (Chile) Submitted By: Mrs Karin Mundnich (Chile) Approved By: Mr Francisco Berguño (Chile) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/12 Rev. 1 More Info	Trade data analysis CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/13 More Info	NCP Engagement Strategy CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/14 More Info	The Future of Antarctica Forum: distinguishing climate change impacts from other impacts in the Antarctic Peninsula Submitted by Oceanites, Inc. Abstract: The paper reports on the outcomes of the first Future of Antarctica Forum that Oceanites, Inc. convened and held February 28 – March 9, 2016 in the Antarctic Peninsula, and work that has proceeded subsequent to the Forum. Major Antarctic stakeholders were present during the Forum, including representatives from the tourism and fishing industries, all of whom actively Read More Submitted By: Mr Ron Naveen (Oceanites) Approved By: Mr Ron Naveen (Oceanites) Request Meeting Document	7
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/15 More Info	Mapping Application for Penguin Populations and Projected Dynamics (MAPPPD) Submitted by Oceanites, Inc. Abstract: The attached paper, now in review, describes the Mapping Application for Penguin Populations and Projected Dynamics (MAPPPD), which is a web-based, open access, decision support tool designed to assist scientists, non-governmental organizations, and policymakers working to meet the management objectives as set forth by CCAMLR and other components of the Antarctic Treaty system (i.e., Read More Submitted By: Mr Ron Naveen (Oceanites) Approved By: Mr Ron Naveen (Oceanites) Request Meeting Document	5.6
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/16 More Info	Report to CCAMLR by Oceanites, Inc. Submitted by Oceanites, Inc. Abstract: The core effort of Oceanites and its Antarctic Site Inventory project is discerning how Antarctic species are changing in distribution and abundance, and more importantly, identifying factors driving long-term changes in the western Antarctic Peninsula ecosystem. This paper provides background information on the history of Oceanites and the Antarctic Site Inventory, links to key Read More Submitted By: Mr Ron Naveen (Oceanites) Approved By: Mr Ron Naveen (Oceanites) Request Meeting Document	10.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/17 More Info	Project Scale CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/18 More Info	Proposal to reposition the boundary between CCAMLR Statistical Subareas 58.6 and 58.7 on the 44°E meridian Delegations of South Africa and France Abstract: Submitted By: Mr Sobahle Somhlaba (South Africa) Approved By: Dr Lisolomzi Fikizolo (South Africa) Request Meeting Document	12
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/19 More Info	CCAMLR seabird mortality mitigation measures with a particular reference to offal and discard discharging in high latitude fisheries Delegation of New Zealand Submitted By: Ms Kalolaine Vaipuna (New Zealand) Approved By: Mr Alistair Dunn (New Zealand) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/20 More Info	Australia’s observations and actions on IUU activities in 2015/16 Delegation of Australia Abstract: The 2015-16 season has seen further significant progress in the fight to combat Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing in the Southern Ocean. This paper outlines the action Australia has taken as part of its compliance program, and in cooperation with South East Asian countries through the Regional Plan of Action to Promote Responsible Fishing Practices including Combating IUU Read More Submitted By: Ms Amy Young (Australia) Approved By: Dr Nick Gales (Australia) Request Meeting Document	3.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/21 More Info	Heard Island and McDonald Islands Exclusive Economic Zone (Statistical Division 58.5.2) 2015/16 IUU catch estimate for Patagonian toothfish Delegation of Australia Submitted By: Ms Amy Young (Australia) Approved By: Dr Nick Gales (Australia) Request Meeting Document	3.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/22 More Info	Initial report from the ICG considering approaches for enhancing consideration of climate change impacts in CCAMLR Delegations of Australia and Norway Submitted By: Ms Eloise Carr (Australia) Approved By: Dr Nick Gales (Australia) Request Meeting Document	7
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/23 Rev. 1 More Info	How fishing and marine protection can coexist in the Southern Ocean: An economic analysis of the Ross Sea and East Antarctic MPA proposals Submitted by ASOC Abstract: This paper discusses the two current marine protected area (MPA) proposals, for East Antarctica and for the Ross Sea, and assesses their potential economic impact on commercial fishing for Antarctic toothfish (Dissostichus mawsoni) and Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba). The paper concludes that the proposed MPAs will have a minimal impact on current overall catch limits for Read More Submitted By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	5.5
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/24 More Info	Follow up to the Joint CEP/SC-CAMLR Workshop on Climate Change and Monitoring Submitted by ASOC Abstract: The Joint CEP/SC-CAMLR Workshop on Climate Change and Monitoring was a timely and useful exercise that produced a number of recommendations with relevance to CCAMLR XXXV, SC-CAMLR XXXV and the planned SC-CAMLR Symposium. In this paper, ASOC highlights some actions for SC-CAMLR and the Commission so that implementation of these recommendations can begin immediately, including: o Read More Submitted By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	5.6
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/25 More Info	Progress on Southern Ocean protection and vessel activity Submitted by ASOC Abstract: The IMO has agreed to consider additional provisions for vessels not covered by the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention in Step 2 or Phase 2 of the Polar Code. Most recently, Member States and international organizations were invited to submit further information to IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), the next meeting of which takes place in November 2016. Consequently, ASOC urges the Read More Submitted By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	3.4
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/26 More Info	A representative system of CCAMLR MPAs: Current proposals and beyond Submitted by ASOC Abstract: This document examines the progress made to date in the establishment of a representative system of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in the CCAMLR Convention Area, looking at the wider context and what still needs to be accomplished. ASOC suggests that although CCAMLR should consider different concerns, it should focus on its conservation mandate, and realise the objective of establishing a Read More Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	5.5
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/27 More Info	Collaborating to eliminate Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing in the Southern Ocean Submitted by ASOC and COLTO Abstract: In this paper, ASOC and COLTO discuss developments in IUU fishing enforcement as well as efforts to improve monitoring and compliance within the Convention Area. Significant progress has been made in recent years, but there are some additional actions CCAMLR could take to make greater progress towards eliminating IUU fishing. Key recommendations include continuing to support the trial Read More Submitted By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	3.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/28 More Info	Conservation at CCAMLR: Understanding Article II of the Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources Delegations of Australia and the USA Abstract: Article II has periodically been the subject of discussion in the Commission. As CCAMLR moves through its fourth decade of service as a vital part of the Antarctic Treaty system, the delegations of United States and Australia considered it was important to recall the development of the Convention and to articulate our views on what “conservation” means for CCAMLR. At its core, this Read More Submitted By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Approved By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Request Meeting Document	9
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/29 Rev. 1 More Info	Results of inquiry concerning activity of Russian fishing vessel “Yantar-35” (OOO “Orion”) activity during researches conducted in the Weddell Sea (Subarea 48.5) Delegation of the Russian Federation Abstract: According to the recommendations of the Scientific Committee and Commission (SC-CAMLR-XXXIII, paragraphs 3.231 и 3.232; СС-CAMLR-XXXIII, paragraph 5.67; CCAMLR-XXXIV, paragraphs 3.86-3.87) Russia provided comprehensive examination of the fishing vessel «Yantar 35» activity during researches conducted in the Weddell Sea (Subarea 48.5) based on the Read More Submitted By: Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation) Approved By: Mr Dmitry Kremenyuk (Russian Federation) Request Meeting Document	5.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/30 More Info	Calendar of meetings of relevance to the Commission in 2016/17 CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/31 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (USA) on the 90th Meeting of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC) (La Jolla, USA, 27 June to 1 July 2016) CCAMLR Observer (USA) Submitted By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Approved By: Mr Jonathan Kelsey (United States of America) Request Meeting Document	10.2.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/32 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (European Union) to 24th Regular Meeting of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) (St. Julian’s, Malta, 10 to 17 November 2015) CCAMLR Observer (European Union) Submitted By: Mr Luis Molledo (European Union) Approved By: Mr Seppo Nurmi (European Union) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/33 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (European Union) to 20th Annual Meeting of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) (La Reunion, France, 16 to 27 May 2016) CCAMLR Observer (European Union) Submitted By: Mr Luis Molledo (European Union) Approved By: Mr Seppo Nurmi (European Union) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/34 More Info	Summary of activities of the Commission during the 2015/16 intersessional period– Report of the Chair Chair of the Commission Submitted By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	2.3
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/35 More Info	Overview of global trade in toothfish (Dissostichus spp.) CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/36 More Info	CCAMLR inspections undertaken by New Zealand from HMNZS Otago during 2015/16 Delegation of New Zealand Abstract: The New Zealand Government undertakes regular maritime patrols in the Ross Sea region in support of CCAMLR’s fisheries management and conservation objectives. This paper summarises the boarding and inspection activities carried out during the patrol undertaken by HMNZS Otago in the 2015/16 fishing season. Submitted By: Ms Nicola Reid Approved By: Ms Belinda Blackburn (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/37 More Info	Spanish actions against IUU fishing 2015/16 Delegation of Spain Submitted By: Mr Pedro Sepúlveda Angulo (Spain) Approved By: Arely Córdoba (Spain) Request Meeting Document	3.2.1
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/38 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Norway) to the 38th Annual Meeting of the Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization (NAFO), Varadero, Cuba, 19 to 23 September 2016 CCAMLR Observer (Norway) Submitted By: Ms Hanne Østgård (Norway) Approved By: Ms Hanne Østgård (Norway) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/39 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Norway) to the 2015 Annual Meeting the North East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC), London, UK, 9 to 13 November 2015 CCAMLR Observer (Norway) Submitted By: Ms Hanne Østgård (Norway) Approved By: Ms Hanne Østgård (Norway) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/40 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer to the Meeting of the Extended Commission for the 23rd Annual Session of the Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT), Kaohsiung, Taiwan, 10 to 13 October 2016 Delegation of Australia Submitted By: Ms Amy Young (Australia) Approved By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/41 More Info	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Republic of Korea) to the Meeting of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC), Bali, Indonesia, 2 to 8 December 2015 CCAMLR Observer (Republic of Korea) Submitted By: Ms Doro Forck (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	10.2.2
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/08 More Info	Proposal by the Russian Federation to amend the CCAMLR Scientific Scholarship Scheme Delegation of the Russian Federation Submitted By: Dr Andrey Petrov (Russian Federation) Approved By: Mr Dmitry Kremenyuk (Russian Federation) Request Meeting Document	5.8
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/17 More Info	Antarctic krill fisheries management and the need to retain CM 51-07 Submitted by ASOC Abstract: ASOC strongly supports the recommendation of WG-EMM-16 that Conservation Measure 51-07 should be retained while alternative strategies and feedback management (FBM) are under evaluation. Discussions at WG-EMM-16 provided further evidence that concentrating krill fishing operations in areas being used by land-based predators puts predators at risk from localized depletion. Consequently, ASOC Read More Submitted By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	5.2.1
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/18 More Info	Antarctic krill fisheries management: "What's next?" Submitted by ASOC Abstract: The move from Stage 1 to 2 in feedback management (FBM) for the Antarctic krill fishery is of critical importance to CCAMLR. Useful proposals at WG-EMM-16 this year highlighted strategies that could be used to do this, and ASOC encourages CCAMLR to develop a plan for discussion of these proposals and to improve the collection of data needed to implement them. In particular, the enhancement of Read More Submitted By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Approved By: Ms Claire Christian (ASOC) Request Meeting Document	5.2.1
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/19 More Info	Report to the Scientific Committee of CCAMLR by the Association of Responsible Krill harvesting companies (ARK) Submitted by ARK Submitted By: Ms Genevieve Tanner Approved By: Ms Genevieve Tanner Request Meeting Document	5.2.1, 10.2.1
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/20 More Info	Independent reviews of CCAMLR stock assessments – a discussion paper Delegation of the USA Abstract: In 2013 the Commission endorsed the Scientific Committee’s recommendation to develop a process to facilitate independent reviews of CCAMLR stock assessments (CCAMLR-XXXII, paragraph 5.14). We understand that the Scientific Committee will be discussing possible avenues to achieve this goal. We believe the Commission could complement the efforts of the Scientific Committee by noting the need for Read More Submitted By: Ms Mi Ae Kim (United States of America) Approved By: Dr George Watters (United States of America) Request Meeting Document	9
WG-FSA-16/03 More Info	Consideration of requirements for a CCAMLR hook-marking scheme CCAMLR Secretariat Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Lenel (CCAMLR Secretariat) Approved By: Mr Andrew Wright (CCAMLR Secretariat) Request Meeting Document	3.1.2

Agenda

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1 Opening of meeting

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The meeting will open at 0900h on Monday, 17 October 2016.

The Chair of the Commission will welcome delegates from CCAMLR Members as well as observers from CCAMLR Acceding States. The Chair will also welcome observers from non-Contracting Parties and international organisations invited in accordance with the decision taken last year (CCAMLR-XXXIV, paragraphs 13.4 to 13.7) and further considerations in COMM CIRC 16/44.

The Chair will introduce Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Kate Warner AM, Governor of Tasmania, who will address the meeting.

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2 Organisation of meeting

Annotations

Directly following the opening of the meeting, the Chair will deal with procedural matters before adjourning the Commission to allow the Scientific Committee, SCAF and SCIC to carry out their work.

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2.1 Adoption of agenda

Annotations

The Preliminary Agenda for the Thirty-fifth Meeting of the Commission was prepared and distributed in accordance with Rule 15 of the Commission’s Rules of Procedure. A Provisional Agenda, taking account of Members’ additions and comments on the Preliminary Agenda, will be distributed in September 2016 in accordance with Rule 17 of the Rules of Procedure.

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2.2 Status of the Convention

Annotations

The Depository, Australia, will report on the status of the Convention.

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2.3 Chair’s Report

Annotations

The Chair will report on intersessional activities.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/34

Summary of activities of the Commission during the 2015/16 intersessional period– Report of the Chair
Chair of the Commission

3 Implementation and compliance

Annotations

Discussion under Agenda Item 3 will be guided by the Chair of the Standing Committee on Implementation and Compliance (SCIC) who will provide a report to the Commission in relation to the matters considered under this agenda item. SCIC will take into account advice provided by the Scientific Committee in respect of these items as required.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/34

Report of the Standing Committee on Implementation and Compliance (SCIC)

3.1 Review of compliance- and implementation-related measures and policies

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3.1.1 CCAMLR compliance evaluation procedure (CCEP)

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In accordance with Conservation Measure (CM) 10-10, paragraph 3(i), SCIC shall consider the Summary CCAMLR Compliance Report taking into account any additional information received, including in accordance with paragraph 1(iii).

SCIC shall adopt by consensus, an annual Provisional CCAMLR Compliance Report that shall record any findings of non-compliance and issues identified with conservation measure implementation. This report shall include an assessment of compliance status, in accordance with Annex 10-10/B, as well as recommendations to the Commission in accordance with CM 10-10, paragraph 3(iii).

The Commission shall consider the Provisional CCAMLR Compliance Report and adopt a CCAMLR Compliance Report.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/32 Rev. 1

CCAMLR Compliance Evaluation Procedure (CCEP)
CCAMLR Secretariat

3.1.2 Compliance with conservation measures in force

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CCAMLR-XXXV/01	Automatic identification system (AIS) evaluation CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/05 Rev. 1	Fishery notifications 2016/17 CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/19	CCAMLR seabird mortality mitigation measures with a particular reference to offal and discard discharging in high latitude fisheries Delegation of New Zealand
WG-FSA-16/03	Consideration of requirements for a CCAMLR hook-marking scheme CCAMLR Secretariat

3.1.2.1 Catch Documentation Scheme (CDS)

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SCIC will consider the Secretariat’s summary on the implementation and operation of the CDS in 2015/16.

SCIC will consider the report of the e-CDS Workshop regarding the intersessional work undertaken to implement the recommendations of the Independent Review of CCAMLR’s CDS in relation to the e-CDS.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/07	e-CDS Workshop Summary Report CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/17	Proposed amendments to Conservation Measure 10-05 to broaden the scope of how Non-Contracting Parties can participate in the CCAMLR Catch Documentation Scheme for seized or confiscated catch Delegation of Australia
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/06 Rev. 1	Implementation of the Catch Documentation Scheme (CDS) CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/12 Rev. 1	Trade data analysis CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/13	NCP Engagement Strategy CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/35	Overview of global trade in toothfish (Dissostichus spp.) CCAMLR Secretariat

3.1.2.2 System of Inspection

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SCIC will review the implementation and operation of the System of Inspection and consider any proposals received for the improvement of the System.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/02	Policy issues arising from CCAMLR inspections undertaken from HMS Protector during 2015-16 Delegations of the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/36	CCAMLR inspections undertaken by New Zealand from HMNZS Otago during 2015/16 Delegation of New Zealand

3.1.2.3 Vessel Monitoring System (VMS)

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SCIC will consider the Secretariat’s summary on the implementation and operation of the VMS in 2015/16.

SCIC will consider any matters arising under the Arrangement between the Secretariat and competent Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) to release VMS data held by the Secretariat to support search and rescue activities undertaken by the MRCCs.

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3.1.3 Proposals for new and revised measures

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SCIC will consider proposals for the revision of conservation measures in force and proposals for the adoption of new conservation measures.

In accordance with CM 10-10, paragraph 5, SCIC will consider the effectiveness of CM 10-10 in evaluating and addressing non-compliance, and report to the Commission on its findings and recommendations for improving the conservation measure.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/07	e-CDS Workshop Summary Report CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/08	Proposal for amendment to CCAMLR Conservation Measures 10-06 and 10-07 to allow for proper investigation timeframes and increased transparency Delegation of the European Union
CCAMLR-XXXV/14	A proposal to make activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/17	Proposed amendments to Conservation Measure 10-05 to broaden the scope of how Non-Contracting Parties can participate in the CCAMLR Catch Documentation Scheme for seized or confiscated catch Delegation of Australia
CCAMLR-XXXV/22	Proposal for amendment to CCAMLR Conservation Measure 10-02 to ensure detailed fishing vessel information is submitted Delegation of the European Union
CCAMLR-XXXV/23	Prohibition of finning of sharks caught in the CAMLR Convention Area Delegations of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, the European Union, Namibia, South Africa, Uruguay and the USA
CCAMLR-XXXV/24	Proposal to strengthen monitoring and control of transhipments Delegations of Australia and the USA
CCAMLR-XXXV/26	Regulation of the krill fishery within the CCAMLR area Delegation of Chile
CCAMLR-XXXV/27	Proposal for a revision of the compliance status categories in CM 10-10 Delegation of Chile
CCAMLR-XXXV/29	Proposal by Ukraine to amend CCAMLR Conservation Measure 10-05 on the Dissostichus Catch Documentation Scheme Delegation of Ukraine
CCAMLR-XXXV/31	Amendments to Conservation Measure 51-06 (2014) General measure for scientific observation in fisheries for Euphausia superba Delegation of Ukraine
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/09	Proposal to revise conservation measures related to activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat

3.2 IUU fishing in the Convention Area

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/08	The Hongjin 707: Case study and recommended next steps for CCAMLR Submitted by ASOC
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/27	Collaborating to eliminate Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing in the Southern Ocean Submitted by ASOC and COLTO

3.2.1 Current level of IUU fishing

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SCIC will consider information from Contracting Parties, non-Contracting Parties, the Secretariat and the Scientific Committee and its working groups on IUU fishing activity and trends in the Convention Area for 2015/16.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/12 Rev. 2	IUU fishing activity and trends in 2015/16 and IUU Vessel Lists CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/07	Informations sur la pêche INN dans les ZEE françaises de Kerguelen et Crozet et dans la zone statistique 58 de la CCAMLR Délégation française
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/17	Project Scale CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/20	Australia’s observations and actions on IUU activities in 2015/16 Delegation of Australia
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/21	Heard Island and McDonald Islands Exclusive Economic Zone (Statistical Division 58.5.2) 2015/16 IUU catch estimate for Patagonian toothfish Delegation of Australia
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/37	Spanish actions against IUU fishing 2015/16 Delegation of Spain

3.2.2 IUU Vessel Lists

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SCIC will review reports submitted by non-Contracting Parties on measures taken to exercise effective control over their flagged vessels included on the NCP-IUU Vessel List in 2015.

SCIC will consider the Provisional NCP-IUU Vessel List and the Provisional CP-IUU Vessel List for 2016 and any additional information provided in relation to vessels included in the Lists.

Following consideration of any information and evidence provided by Contracting Parties or non-Contracting Parties pertaining to vessels included on the NCP-IUU Vessel List adopted in 2015, SCIC will recommend to the Commission if any vessels should be removed from the list.

SCIC shall, by consensus, adopt a Proposed NCP-IUU Vessel List and a Proposed CP-IUU Vessel List which shall be provided to the Commission for approval.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/12 Rev. 2

IUU fishing activity and trends in 2015/16 and IUU Vessel Lists
CCAMLR Secretariat

3.3 Advice from the Scientific Committee to SCIC

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The Chair of the Scientific Committee will report as appropriate, on the Scheme of International Scientific Observation (SISO) and exchange any information on matters of relevance for SCIC to consider.

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3.4 Other SCIC business

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/25

Progress on Southern Ocean protection and vessel activity
Submitted by ASOC

3.5 Advice from SCIC

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4 Administration and Finance

Annotations

Discussion under Agenda Item 4 will be guided by the Chair of the Standing Committee on Administration and Finance (SCAF) who will provide a report to the Commission in relation to the matters considered under this agenda item.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/35

Report of the Standing Committee on Administration and Finance (SCAF)

4.1 Annual Financial Statements

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CCAMLR-XXXV/03

Examination of the audited financial statements for 2015
Executive Secretary

4.1.1 Examination of Audited Financial Statements for 2015

Annotations

Consistent with Financial Regulation 11.1, a full audit of the 2015 Financial Statements was completed in early 2016. The Financial Statements, together with the associated Audit Report, will be reviewed by SCAF and presented for acceptance by the Commission. In this regard, note should also be taken of COMM CIRC 16/31.

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4.2 Secretariat matters

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4.2.1 Executive Secretary’s Report

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The Executive Secretary will present his annual report. The report will summarise the implementation of activities and tasks described in the 2015–2018 Strategic Plan undertaken during the 2015/16 intersessional period (CCAMLR-XXXI, Annex 7, paragraph 3). The report will include matters relating to the Staffing and Salary Strategy for the Secretariat.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/05

Executive Secretary's Annual Report 2016
Executive Secretary

4.3 Report of the CCAMLR Intersessional Correspondence Group on Sustainable Financing

Annotations

The Secretariat, as convener of an open-ended informal correspondence group appointed by the Commission (CCAMLR-XXXI, Annex 7, paragraph 13), will present a progress report on intersessional consultations that concerned further work to evaluate possible income-generating and cost-saving options (CCAMLR-XXXIII, Annex 7, paragraphs 14 and 15).

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CCAMLR-XXXV/09	Report of the Intersessional Correspondence Group – Sustainable Financing 2016 CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/10	The value of marine resources harvested in the CCAMLR Convention Area – an assessment of GVP CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/11	Intersessional Correspondence Group – Sustainable Financing – Notification Fees CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/24	Proposal to strengthen monitoring and control of transhipments Delegations of Australia and the USA

4.4 Budgets

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CCAMLR-XXXV/04	Review of the 2016 Budget, Draft 2017 Budget and Forecast Budget for 2018 Executive Secretary
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/04	Description of the General Fund Budget CCAMLR Secretariat

4.4.1 Review of 2016 Budget

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The status of the 2016 budget will be presented for review.

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4.4.2 Draft Budget for 2017

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A draft budget for 2017 will be presented. This will be used to prepare a recommended budget for 2017. The advice to the Commission will take into account SCAF’s discussions on financial and administrative issues as well as advice from the Scientific Committee and SCIC Chairs.

As part of its budgetary considerations, SCAF will review any income and expenditure proposals for any of the Special and other Funds.

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4.4.3 Forecast Budget for 2018

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The Committee will present a forecast budget for 2018 to the Commission for information purposes only.

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4.5 Selection process for the next Executive Secretary

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The Commission will review and adopt a process for the selection of the next Executive Secretary.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/06 Rev. 1

Draft Procedures for the Appointment of the Executive Secretary of CCAMLR
CCAMLR Secretariat

4.6 Advice from SCAF

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5 Report of the Scientific Committee

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CCAMLR-XXXV/36

Report of the Thirty-fifth meeting of the Scientific Committee (Hobart, Australia, 17 to 21 October 2016)

5.1 Advice from the Scientific Committee

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The Chair of the Scientific Committee will introduce the report of the Thirty-fifth Meeting of the Scientific Committee containing advice and recommendations to the Commission in accordance with the Convention’s objectives.

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5.2 Harvested species

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In addition to a summary of catches in 2015/16 and management advice for 2016/17, the Commission will consider the advice and recommendations of the Scientific Committee in relation to harvesting of krill and fish as well as any proposals for new fisheries.

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5.2.1 Krill resources

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Data reported for the current season, as well as any updates to the notifications for krill fisheries in the 2016/17 season will be presented. Members will be invited to inform the Commission of updated information relating to those notifications, as well as any relevant developments and trends in krill fisheries in the Convention Area. The Chair of the Scientific Committee will report on issues including progress towards development of feedback management for the krill fishery, catch monitoring, including the estimation of green weight and other advice related to the krill fishery.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/30	On interim distribution of the trigger level in the fishery for Euphausia superba in statistical Subareas 48.1, 48.2, 48.3 and 48.4 Delegation of Ukraine
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/17	Antarctic krill fisheries management and the need to retain CM 51-07 Submitted by ASOC
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/18	Antarctic krill fisheries management: "What's next?" Submitted by ASOC
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/19	Report to the Scientific Committee of CCAMLR by the Association of Responsible Krill harvesting companies (ARK) Submitted by ARK

5.2.2 Fish resources

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Data and related information for the current season will be presented. Members will be invited to inform the Commission of recent developments and trends in finfish fisheries in the Convention Area.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/29 Rev. 1

Results of inquiry concerning activity of Russian fishing vessel “Yantar-35” (OOO “Orion”) activity during researches conducted in the Weddell Sea (Subarea 48.5)
Delegation of the Russian Federation

5.2.3 New and exploratory finfish fisheries

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Fishing activities in exploratory fisheries in the 2015/16 season and notifications for new and exploratory fisheries in the 2016/17 season will be reviewed taking into account the advice of the Scientific Committee. The results of the Scientific Committee’s review of research in data-poor exploratory fisheries, and research conducted under Conservation Measure 24-01 will be reported.

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5.3 Assessment and avoidance of incidental mortality

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The Chair of the Scientific Committee will report on the Committee’s consideration of the incidental mortality of seabirds and marine mammals arising from fisheries.

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5.4 Bottom fishing and vulnerable marine ecosystems

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The Scientific Committee will provide advice on progress in the implementation of Conservation Measures 22-05, 22-06, 22-07, 22-08 and 22-09 and other matters pertaining to CCAMLR’s actions in respect of bottom fishing and vulnerable marine ecosystems.

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5.5 Marine protected areas

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The Chair of the Scientific Committee will report on scientific analysis relevant to the implementation of a representative system of marine protected areas in the Convention Area.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/18	Proposal on a conservation measure establishing the Weddell Sea Marine Protected Area (WSMPA) Delegation of the European Union and its Member States
CCAMLR-XXXV/20	Comments regarding a marine protected area on the southern shelf of the South Orkney Islands (SOISS MPA) Delegation of the Russian Federation
CCAMLR-XXXV/21	Comments on the final draft of the Conservation Measure on the establishment of an MPA in the East Antarctic System (EARSMPA, 2016 version) Delegation of the Russian Federation
CCAMLR-XXXV/28	The Ross Sea MPA (comments and questions regarding document CCAMLR XXXIV/29 Rev. 1) Delegation of the Russian Federation
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/23 Rev. 1	How fishing and marine protection can coexist in the Southern Ocean: An economic analysis of the Ross Sea and East Antarctic MPA proposals Submitted by ASOC
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/26	A representative system of CCAMLR MPAs: Current proposals and beyond Submitted by ASOC

5.6 Climate change

Annotations

The Scientific Committee will provide advice on the science required to inform management responses to climate change (SC-CAMLR-XXVII, paragraphs 8.1 to 8.10 and CCAMLR-XXIX, paragraph 13.8).

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CCAMLR-XXXV/13 Rev. 1	Establishing time-limited Special Areas for Scientific Study in newly exposed marine areas following ice shelf retreat or collapse in Subarea 48.1, Subarea 48.5 and Subarea 88.3 Delegation of the European Union and its Member States
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/15	Mapping Application for Penguin Populations and Projected Dynamics (MAPPPD) Submitted by Oceanites, Inc.
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/24	Follow up to the Joint CEP/SC-CAMLR Workshop on Climate Change and Monitoring Submitted by ASOC

5.7 Scientific research under Conservation Measure 24-01

Annotations

The Scientific Committee will provide advice on scientific research conducted in 2015/16 under Conservation Measure (CM) 24-01 (Application of conservation measures to scientific research). The Scientific Committee will advise on proposals submitted under CM 24-01 to ensure all research proposed for 2016/17 is consistent with the intended purpose of the measure.

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5.8 Capacity building

Annotations

The Commission will receive advice from the Scientific Committee in relation to the CCAMLR General Science Capacity Fund and the CCAMLR Scientific Scholarship Scheme (CCAMLR-XXX, paragraphs 15.2 and 15.6 to 15.8).

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SC-CAMLR-XXXV/08

Proposal by the Russian Federation to amend the CCAMLR Scientific Scholarship Scheme
Delegation of the Russian Federation

6 CCAMLR Scheme of International Scientific Observation

Annotations

The Chair of the Scientific Committee will also report on progress with the implementation of the recommendations of the CCAMLR SISO Review (SC CAMLR-XXXII, paragraphs 7.9 and 7.10) and the implementation of the CCAMLR Observer Training Program Accreditation Scheme (COTPAS).

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CCAMLR-XXXV/31	Amendments to Conservation Measure 51-06 (2014) General measure for scientific observation in fisheries for Euphausia superba Delegation of Ukraine
CCAMLR-XXXV/33	The contribution of the Soviet Union and Russia to the study of Antarctic biological resources (the 200th anniversary of the Antarctic discovery by Russia 1820–2020) Delegation of the Russian Federation

7 Impacts of climate change on the conservation of Antarctic marine living resources

Annotations

The establishment of the Intersessional Correspondence Group (ICG) in 2015 to develop approaches for better integrating considerations of climate change impacts into the work of CCAMLR (CCAMLR-XXXIV, paragraph 7.12) recognised that ongoing work will be required to achieve this. Climate change issues of relevance to the Commission will be discussed under this item.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/14	The Future of Antarctica Forum: distinguishing climate change impacts from other impacts in the Antarctic Peninsula Submitted by Oceanites, Inc.
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/22	Initial report from the ICG considering approaches for enhancing consideration of climate change impacts in CCAMLR Delegations of Australia and Norway

8 Conservation measures

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8.1 Review of existing measures

Annotations

The Commission will review conservation measures in force in light of the advice received under Agenda Item 3 and from the Scientific Committee in relation to experiences in implementing measures in 2015/16.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/14	A proposal to make activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/16	Managing risk of localised effects of the developing krill fishery in Area 48: the need for maintaining a distribution of the trigger level Delegation of Australia
CCAMLR-XXXV/17	Proposed amendments to Conservation Measure 10-05 to broaden the scope of how Non-Contracting Parties can participate in the CCAMLR Catch Documentation Scheme for seized or confiscated catch Delegation of Australia
CCAMLR-XXXV/20	Comments regarding a marine protected area on the southern shelf of the South Orkney Islands (SOISS MPA) Delegation of the Russian Federation
CCAMLR-XXXV/22	Proposal for amendment to CCAMLR Conservation Measure 10-02 to ensure detailed fishing vessel information is submitted Delegation of the European Union
CCAMLR-XXXV/23	Prohibition of finning of sharks caught in the CAMLR Convention Area Delegations of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, the European Union, Namibia, South Africa, Uruguay and the USA
CCAMLR-XXXV/24	Proposal to strengthen monitoring and control of transhipments Delegations of Australia and the USA
CCAMLR-XXXV/26	Regulation of the krill fishery within the CCAMLR area Delegation of Chile
CCAMLR-XXXV/27	Proposal for a revision of the compliance status categories in CM 10-10 Delegation of Chile
CCAMLR-XXXV/29	Proposal by Ukraine to amend CCAMLR Conservation Measure 10-05 on the Dissostichus Catch Documentation Scheme Delegation of Ukraine
CCAMLR-XXXV/30	On interim distribution of the trigger level in the fishery for Euphausia superba in statistical Subareas 48.1, 48.2, 48.3 and 48.4 Delegation of Ukraine
CCAMLR-XXXV/31	Amendments to Conservation Measure 51-06 (2014) General measure for scientific observation in fisheries for Euphausia superba Delegation of Ukraine
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/09	Proposal to revise conservation measures related to activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat

8.2 Consideration of new measures and other conservation requirements

Annotations

Conservation measures and resolutions not already addressed in the course of the Commission’s deliberations under other agenda items will be discussed under this sub-item.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/13 Rev. 1	Establishing time-limited Special Areas for Scientific Study in newly exposed marine areas following ice shelf retreat or collapse in Subarea 48.1, Subarea 48.5 and Subarea 88.3 Delegation of the European Union and its Member States
CCAMLR-XXXV/15 Rev. 2	Revisions to the draft East Antarctic Representative System of Marine Protected Areas (EARSMPA) Conservation Measure Delegations of Australia and the European Union and its Member States
CCAMLR-XXXV/18	Proposal on a conservation measure establishing the Weddell Sea Marine Protected Area (WSMPA) Delegation of the European Union and its Member States
CCAMLR-XXXV/20	Comments regarding a marine protected area on the southern shelf of the South Orkney Islands (SOISS MPA) Delegation of the Russian Federation
CCAMLR-XXXV/21	Comments on the final draft of the Conservation Measure on the establishment of an MPA in the East Antarctic System (EARSMPA, 2016 version) Delegation of the Russian Federation
CCAMLR-XXXV/25 Rev. 1	A proposal for the establishment of a Ross Sea Region marine protected area Delegations of New Zealand and the USA
CCAMLR-XXXV/28	The Ross Sea MPA (comments and questions regarding document CCAMLR XXXIV/29 Rev. 1) Delegation of the Russian Federation

9 Implementation of Convention objectives

Annotations

Since 1996 the Commission has agreed that specific reflection on the objectives of the Convention continues to be an important requisite of each annual meeting. The Commission will consider any progress made with respect to the various strategic discussions at previous meetings of the Commission, such as in respect of CCAMLR’s regulatory framework commenced at CCAMLR-XXXIV (paragraphs 9.11–9.21), and review proposals submitted for discussion under this item. The Commission has tasked the Secretariat with providing a progress report on matters (papers, activities and actions) arising from the Performance Review Report (CCAMLR-XXIX, paragraph 15.7 and First CCAMLR Performance Review).

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CCAMLR-XXXV/14	A proposal to make activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/19	Undertaking of a Second Performance Review Delegation of the European Union
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/09	Proposal to revise conservation measures related to activities targeting toothfish consistent with CCAMLR’s regulatory framework CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/28	Conservation at CCAMLR: Understanding Article II of the Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources Delegations of Australia and the USA
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/20	Independent reviews of CCAMLR stock assessments – a discussion paper Delegation of the USA

10 Cooperation with the Antarctic Treaty System and international organisations

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10.1 Cooperation with the Antarctic Treaty System

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10.1.1 Cooperation with Antarctic Treaty Consultative Parties

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The Executive Secretary represented CCAMLR at the Thirty-ninth Antarctic Treaty Consultative Party Meeting (ATCM XXXIX, 23 May to 1 June 2016, Santiago, Chile). He will provide a report on the meeting.

The Commission will consider the Scientific Committee’s advice on assessment of any draft management plans for protected areas with a marine area component proposed under the Environmental Protocol to the Antarctic Treaty and submitted to CCAMLR for approval.

The Scientific Committee will report on its consideration of the CEP/SC-CAMLR Workshop which was held in Punta Arenas, Chile, 19 and 20 May 2016.

Future cooperation between CCAMLR and other parts of the Antarctic Treaty System will be discussed along with participation in the meetings of the ATCM and CEP in 2017.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/01

Summary report Thirty-ninth Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (Santiago, Chile, 23 May to 1 June 2016)
Executive Secretary

10.2 Cooperation with international organisations

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10.2.1 Reports of observers from international organisations

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The following international organisations have been invited to attend CCAMLR-XXXV as observers: ACAP, CCSBT, CEP, CITES, COMNAP, FAO, IATTC, ICCAT, IOC, IUCN, IWC, South East Asia RPOA-IUU, SCAR, SCOR, SEAFO, SIOFA, SPRFMO, UNEP and WCPFC.

The following non-governmental organisations have also been invited to attend CCAMLR-XXXV: ARK, ASOC, COLTO and Oceanites Inc.

Observer reports will have been tabled. Representatives of these and other organisations present at the meeting will be invited to present key items from their reports. The reports from the CEP and SCAR Observers will have been received by the Scientific Committee.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/16	Report to CCAMLR by Oceanites, Inc. Submitted by Oceanites, Inc.
SC-CAMLR-XXXV/BG/19	Report to the Scientific Committee of CCAMLR by the Association of Responsible Krill harvesting companies (ARK) Submitted by ARK

10.2.2 Reports from CCAMLR representatives at meetings of international organisations in the previous intersessional period and nominations of representatives to forthcoming meetings of relevant international organisations

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Reports from CCAMLR representatives at the 2015/16 meetings of various international organisations (CCAMLR-XXXIV, paragraph 10.14 and Table 4) will be received.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/02	Thirty-second Session of the Committee on Fisheries (Rome, Italy, 11 to 15 July 2016) Abbreviated summary highlighting items of interest to CCAMLR Members based on the draft report Executive Secretary
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/03	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Namibia) to the 2015 annual meeting of the South East Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (SEAFO), Swakopmund, Namibia, 30 November to 4 December 2015 CCAMLR Observer (Namibia)
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/10	Report from the CCAMLR Observer to the Third Meeting of the Parties of the Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA), 3 to 8 July 2016, Saint-Denis, La Reunion CCAMLR Observer (Australia)
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/11	Report from the CCAMLR Observer to the Fourth Meeting of the Commission of the South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (Valdivia, Chile, 25 to 29 January 2016) CCAMLR Observer (Chile)
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/30	Calendar of meetings of relevance to the Commission in 2016/17 CCAMLR Secretariat
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/32	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (European Union) to 24th Regular Meeting of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) (St. Julian’s, Malta, 10 to 17 November 2015) CCAMLR Observer (European Union)
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/33	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (European Union) to 20th Annual Meeting of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) (La Reunion, France, 16 to 27 May 2016) CCAMLR Observer (European Union)
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/38	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Norway) to the 38th Annual Meeting of the Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization (NAFO), Varadero, Cuba, 19 to 23 September 2016 CCAMLR Observer (Norway)
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/39	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Norway) to the 2015 Annual Meeting the North East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC), London, UK, 9 to 13 November 2015 CCAMLR Observer (Norway)
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/40	Report from the CCAMLR Observer to the Meeting of the Extended Commission for the 23rd Annual Session of the Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT), Kaohsiung, Taiwan, 10 to 13 October 2016 Delegation of Australia
CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/41	Report from the CCAMLR Observer (Republic of Korea) to the Meeting of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC), Bali, Indonesia, 2 to 8 December 2015 CCAMLR Observer (Republic of Korea)

10.2.3 Cooperation with RFMOs

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The Commission will review any further developments regarding cooperation between CCAMLR and RFMOs including CCSBT, WCPFC and SPRFMO.

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/31

Report from the CCAMLR Observer (USA) on the 90th Meeting of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC) (La Jolla, USA, 27 June to 1 July 2016)
CCAMLR Observer (USA)

11 2017 budget and forecast budget for 2018

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Taking into account discussion arising under Agenda Item 4.4.2, the advice of the Scientific Committee and other budgetary-related matters agreed during the meeting, the Commission will adopt a budget for 2017 and a forecast budget for 2018.

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12 Other business

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CCAMLR-XXXV/BG/18

Proposal to reposition the boundary between CCAMLR Statistical Subareas 58.6 and 58.7 on the 44°E meridian
Delegations of South Africa and France

13 Next meeting

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13.1 Election of officers

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The following appointments require the consideration of the Commission at CCAMLR-XXXV:

Chair of the Commission
Chair of SCIC.

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13.2 Invitation of observers

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Since 1994 the Commission has addressed the invitation of observers to its next meeting under this agenda item (CCAMLR-XIII, paragraph 13.7). Acceding States, non-Contracting Parties and international organisations to be invited to CCAMLR-XXXVI will be identified.

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13.3 Date and location

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The date of the Thirty-sixth Meeting of the Commission will be decided.

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14 Report of the Thirty-fifth Meeting of the Commission

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The report of the Thirty-fifth Meeting will be considered and adopted.

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15 Close of the meeting.

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The meeting is scheduled to close at 1600 h on Friday, 28 October 2016.

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