The EU Advisory Councils have congratulated the Commissioner-designate for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis on his recent parliamentary approval
The eleven EU Advisory Councils have extended their congratulations to Commissioner-designate for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis, following his parliamentary approval.
In a letter addressed to the Commissioner, the councils commended his commitment to securing EU food sovereignty, enhancing global ocean health, and supporting coastal communities.
The Advisory Councils, which represent a wide range of stakeholders in the fisheries and aquaculture sectors, pledged to collaborate closely with Kadis to achieve sustainable and competitive fisheries and aquaculture policies. These councils, composed of representatives from primary producers, processors, retailers, NGOs, and other groups, play a key role in advising the European Commission on fisheries management and socio-economic aspects of the sector.
Key Areas of Focus
The councils outlined their readiness to assist the Commissioner in implementing his mandate. This includes:
- The evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy and the Common Market Organisation.
- Advancing the Strategic Guidelines for sustainable EU aquaculture.
- Supporting the European Oceans Pact and the Climate Adaptation Plan.
- Addressing international governance and marine spatial planning.
- Promoting research, innovation, and long-term sectoral competitiveness.
The letter also expressed hopes for the continuation of annual roundtable discussions, a practice established by Kadis’s predecessor, to ensure transparent and collaborative policymaking.
Fisheries and Oceans Dialogues
The Advisory Councils affirmed their willingness to assist in organising the upcoming Fisheries and Oceans Dialogues across the EU, as well as contributing to the development of the “2040 Vision for Fisheries and Aquaculture.”
The letter was signed by representatives from all eleven councils, reflecting the broad consensus and eagerness to support Kadis in addressing critical challenges facing the EU’s fisheries and aquaculture industries.