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Rhea Moss-Christian

Rhea Medine Moss-Christian is the executive director and former chair of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC), the governing body for the world's largest tuna fishery, which conserves and manages fish stocks across the western and central Pacific Ocean. She was the first woman to hold either of these roles. She previously chaired the Marshall Islands National Nuclear Commission and advised the Marshall Islands Government on oceans and trade.

Early life and education
Born in the Marshall Islands, Moss-Christian commenced her career in fisheries by assisting the Marshall Islands Government in regional fisheries meetings and United Nations negotiations. When working towards her degree at the University of California Santa Cruz, she became interested in fisheries. == Career ==
Career
Moss-Christian moved to Majuro in 1996 and was chosen to represent the Marshall Islands at the 30th Forum Fisheries Committee. which was reported as a testament to the respect she had won from Commission members. At the Commission's 2016 annual meeting, Moss-Christian highlighted the need to develop a harvest strategy, review conservation and management measures for key tunas such as Bigeye and Bluefin, mitigate bycatch and address the safety of commercial fishing boat observers who ensure Commission rules are being followed. Moss-Christian was appointed chairperson of the Marshall Islands National Nuclear Commission in early 2018. ==References==
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