1. Establishment of Scientific Working group, task for the work on stock status
2. Each country should review and compile existing data and information on the fisheries resources
3. Exchange of data between the countries (refer also to issue Landing of catch)
4. Conduct technical consultation between Thailand and Malaysia to review scientific works done in each country and identify fish species of mutual interest as well as to create joint research programs.
5. Specific efforts should be given to explore the sustainability of Thunnus tonggol