The Chinese observer training program for the krill fishery in the Convention Area

China entered into the krill fishery in the Convention area for the first time in the 2009/10 fishing season. For proper implementation of the CCAMLR Conservation Measures, China carried out an observer training program under the auspices of the Bureau of Fishery, Ministry of Agriculture. The activities and contents of the training program are outlined. Outcomes from the observation works during the fishery show that the program is quite effective.