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The Decline of West African Fisheries Amidst Chinese Overfishing

This chapter examines the severe decline of fish stocks along the West African coast, focusing on the struggles faced by local fisherfolk due to overfishing linked to Chinese government-associated boats. It highlights the consequences of deep-sea trawling and China's powerful role in global fishing, stressing the dire implications for marine resources and local economies.

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