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This paper reviews predominantly national initiatives aimed at combatting illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. It considers the assessment, monitoring and verification of IUU fishing; reviews the role of regional cooperation and action; and considers the issue of sanctions and other penalties designed to deter IUU practices. The author argues that monitoring, assessing and verifying IUU fishing is not an easy task, especially in the face of the high financial stakes that encourage and facilitate such activities.