Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing occurs in many countries, jeopardizing the sustainability of marine

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Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing occurs in many countries, jeopardizing the sustainability of marine resources and threatening the economic, social, and political stability of coastal states and communities. Such illegal activity is notoriously difficult to curb, and years can pass with little progress made. However, in a visionary move that should rapidly reduce IUU fishing in the country’s waters, Togolese authorities have suspended the registration of fishing vessels and the issuance of fishing licenses to foreign vessels.

Which of the following, if true, most strengthens the prediction made above?

A. In Togo, IUU fishing occurs less frequently now than it did in the 1970s and 1980s.
B. Vessel registration expires annually in Togo.
C. Illegal fishing continues unchecked in some West African countries.
D. IUU fishing is also known to be detrimental to the food security of affected countries.
E. Several vessels flying the Togolese flag are suspected of illegal fishing in the waters of other countries.


OA B

Source: Veritas Prep