Valeria Merino

Dr. Valeria Merino is the Chair of the International Board of the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI), recognized for her leadership in promoting transparency and good governance in the fisheries sector. She recently commended Mauritania for achieving compliance with FiTI standards, highlighting the country's significant progress in enhancing the transparency of its fishing industry. Her work involves assessing countries' adherence to transparency measures and facilitating international cooperation to ensure sustainable fisheries management.