Access to Resources: Traditional Fishing in Chukotka Under Modern Conditions
DOI: 10.23951/2307-6119-2025-4-98-108
Fishing in the Far East of the Russian Federation is a primary economic activity for the population, serving two key functions: meeting the food needs of indigenous peoples and ensuring their participation in the regional and national economies. The article examines the historical aspects of traditional fishing as a vital element of the livelihoods of the indigenous peoples of Chukotka, analyzes the current situation related to fish catch limitations, and presents recommendations for modern fisheries, taking into account the opinions of residents. The study is based on scientific reports, statistical materials, regulatory documents, internet resources, published works on traditional fishing in the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, and the author’s field materials collected in 2023–2024. The results indicate the need to update administrative and legal mechanisms to support the continuation of traditional fishing by the indigenous population, as well as the possibility of expanding the rights of certain individuals not affiliated with the IPC for this type of fishing.
Keywords: traditional fishing, indigenous peoples of Chukotka, livelihoods, legislation
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