Unravelling the thread: how illicit Ghanaian fish finds its way to Europe

Unravelling the thread: how illicit Ghanaian fish finds its way to Europe

Illegal fishing in Ghana is depleting vital small pelagic fish stocks, affecting food security and the country’s economy. Chinese-owned trawlers with opaque operations and EU-flagged vessels are contributing to the decline. Illegal exports licensed by the EU exacerbate species extinction, high fish prices and job losses.