As a maritime nation dependent on healthy fisheries, Boralani welcomes international efforts to better understand the mesopelagic “twilight zone” of the ocean. This vast layer of water remains one of the least studied parts of the marine environment despite its importance to tuna, swordfish, and countless other species that support coastal communities across the Pacific.
Boralani believes that sound science should guide future decisions regarding the use of marine resources. Before new commercial industries expand into the twilight zone, a clearer understanding of its role in ocean food webs and fisheries is needed.
For island nations whose future remains closely tied to the sea, knowledge is one of the most valuable resources of all.
