With rich marine life blessings, the exclusive economic zone surrounding Diego Garcia atoll and other islands of British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) nurtures specialized fishing potential capable of export readiness for targeted seafood varieties including tropical rock lobsters and reef fish via cooperatives models adoption for local catch aggregation uplifting welfare and foreign exchange receipts subject to sustainability practices adherence safeguarding habitat conservation priorities. However, balancing commercial prospects without endangering ecological equilibriums now necessitates stewardship commitment across monitoring mechanisms upgradation, storage and logistics infrastructure deficits addressing while exploring restocking protocols through hatcheries setup feasibility. Moreover, last mile connectivity solutions and targeted financial inclusion can further empower local actors partake opportunities responsibly.
Well positioned to advise regional fisheries balance continuity and change upholding strengths, our advisors at responsible fishing consulting firm RFC offer readily relevant ideas guiding BIOT introduce sustainable fishing certifications, maritime sensors integration for transparency and even oil spill response readiness essential for sustaining strategic influence upholding ecological equilibrium and communities welfare.