Declining Demand Threatens Iceland's Whaling Industry
Iceland's commercial whaling industry faces potential collapse due to declining international demand for whale products. The sector has not operated for two consecutive summers, with reduced market interest, particularly from Japan, historically the primary buyer of Icelandic whale meat. Activists attribute this downturn to sustained campaigning efforts against whaling. The situation raises questions about the industry's long-term viability and reflects a broader shift towards conservation and alternative economic activities such as whale watching. 
