Established in 2004 through FAO Council Resolution 1/127 under Article VI, the South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Commission (SWIOFC) is a Regional Fishery Advisory Body that supports its Members by:

• Providing evidence-based advice and information to Member States and other regional organisations;
• Coordinating and delivering effective research to support fisheries management;
• Promoting coordinated capacity development of Members institutions regarding fisheries management;
• Encouraging enhanced stakeholder participation and communication.