(Republished electronically in September 2006). Through detailed panel presentations, case studies, and the ensuing discussions at this seminar, derelict fishing gear and related marine debris was recognized as a critical problem in the marine environment and for living marine resources. The Seminar called upon APEC Economies to take action at the national, regional, and global levels, and to secure adequate funding to do so. Details of the seminar in this report.

• A Way Forward
• Programme
• Opening Remarks
• Marine Debris — an Overview of a Critical Issue for Our Oceans
• Regional Case Studies
• Panel Discussions