### Question
What is the definition of priority region?


### Answer
The definition of **priority region** is as follows in *16 U.S.C. § 8001*:

> a region selected in accordance with section 8032(b)(2) of this title—


(A) that is at high risk for IUU fishing activity or the entry of illegally caught seafood into the markets of countries in the region

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 8001*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 99-MARITIME SECURITY AND FISHERIES ENFORCEMENT**

