Use of the precautionary approach in management Participation, public accountability and transparency Limitation of adverse enviromental impacts Eco-system Approach

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2.1 Guiding Principles

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2.1.2 Use of the precautionary approach in management

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2.1.3 Participation, public accountability and transparency

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2.1.4 Limitation of adverse enviromental impacts

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2.1.5 Eco-system Approach

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4.2 The Tuna Sub-Sector