While Asia excels in using technology like satellites and AI to track fishing vessels, a significant gap exists in protecting the workers on board. This oversight is critical as the region dominates the global seafood economy and faces increasing pressure for social responsibility alongside environmental sustainability.
A National Fisheries Institute (NFI), maior associação de pescados dos EUA, defenderá o produto nacional brasileiro contra novas tarifas. O argumento central é que o Brasil não compete com os EUA, fornecendo tilápia e outros produtos que os americanos não produzem, dependendo da China.
An appellate court upheld acquittals for former National Security Adviser Suh Hoon and former Coast Guard Commissioner General Kim Hong-hee over an alleged cover-up of the 2020 murder of a South Korean fisheries official by North Korea. The court ruled their actions did not constitute drafting false public documents.
An appellate court upheld acquittals for former National Security Adviser Suh Hoon and former Coast Guard Commissioner General Kim Hong-hee over an alleged cover-up of the 2020 murder of a South Korean fisheries official by North Korea. The court found they did not draft false public documents.
Sanya, Hainan is boosting its fisheries sector through deep-sea aquaculture, advanced breeding, and intelligent offshore platforms. The industry is a key economic driver, with output reaching 2.84 billion yuan in 2025 and significant growth in marine aquaculture.
Bihar's inland fisheries ecosystem will be strengthened with the launch of new initiatives, including an integrated aqua park in Bhojpur and a national fisheries development board regional center in Patna. These projects, involving over Rs 31 crore, aim to boost seed availability, promote technology, and increase farmer incomes.
The Second Southeast Asian Fisheries Cooperation Conference was held in Fuzhou, China, focusing on digital intelligence and green development in the fisheries sector. The event aimed to deepen cooperation between China and Southeast Asian countries in smart fisheries, deep-sea aquaculture, and digital management, highlighting Fuzhou's advancements in sustainable and high-quality fisheries.
Hong Kong authorities have assured that a planned marine park around Sharp Island will protect most coral reefs, addressing Greenpeace's concerns about insufficient coverage. Underwater mapping confirmed major coral spots fall within the proposed 63-hectare boundary.
Hong Kong reports a decline in cetacean strandings to 29 in 2025 from 41 in 2024, with 4 suspected to be linked to human activity, according to a joint government-Ocean Park report.
Canada and Marineland have agreed to move 30 beluga whales to aquariums in Spain and the US, ending their captivity. The plan faces final permit approvals and health checks, with advocacy groups calling it the 'least worst option'.
Malaysia has imposed a temporary ban on five shrimp species and tightened import rules for Thai sea bass, impacting Thailand's struggling fisheries sector which faces competition, disease, and rising costs.
Hong Kong authorities are considering a pilot booking system for popular hiking routes and a new marine park at Sharp Island due to large crowds during mainland Chinese holidays. The aim is to control visitor numbers, protect trails, and improve visitor experience.
The Incheon Regional Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Office will implement summer marine accident prevention measures from June to August, focusing on preventing falls overboard and ship fires. The office will inspect safety equipment, passenger vessel operations, and provide free safety checks for fishing and leisure boats.
Papua New Guinea's government warns communities not to fish along parts of the New Ireland coastline due to detected metals in water samples, following months of dead marine life reports and illness among residents.
Victoria's peak fisheries body wants the federal government to trial carp herpes in Wimmera water storages to manage the invasive pest, citing frustration over delays and the ecological damage caused by European carp.
Austral Fisheries, the largest operator in Australia's Northern Prawn Fishery, has ended its banana prawn season a month early due to strong fish stocks and hitting business targets. This move aims to minimize fuel costs and improve efficiency, with consumers expecting consistent prices.
Equity Group Investments (EGI), backed by the Zell family, focuses on old-economy businesses (e.g., John Deere dealerships, bluefin tuna fisheries) to avoid AI disruption, leveraging long-term investment horizons and tax benefits like bonus depreciation.
Hundreds of visitors, including unlicensed tour groups, packed the Ham Tin Wan campsite in Sai Kung during the Labour Day 'golden week', leading to facility congestion and sanitation issues.
Sharp Island and High Island Reservoir experienced high visitor numbers on Friday, with officials deploying extra staff to manage crowds. The surge, linked to social media promotion, has sparked concerns regarding potential ecological damage from overtourism.
75-year-old fisherman Sukjai Yana in Chiang Saen, northern Thailand, struggles with declining catches as demand falls due to contamination fears. Toxic run-off from rare earth mines in war-torn Myanmar and spreading to Laos threatens the Mekong River, which 70 million people in mainland Southeast Asia depend on for farms and fisheries. Experts warn the pollution could pose an existential threat to communities along the nearly 5,000km river.
Hong Kong's Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department announced extra protection measures for Cheung Chau island during the Labour Day holiday, deploying 11 officers and 5 marine staff daily. The department is seeking to turn the bio-sensitive tourist area into a marine protected region to enforce conservation laws. An estimated 1,000 visitors daily are expected during the five-day golden week, with 6 million passenger trips projected across all entry points.
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department announced extra protection measures for Cheung Chau island during the Labour Day golden week, deploying 11 officers and five marine staff to patrol and monitor visitor behaviour. The department is seeking to turn the bio-sensitive area into a marine protected region to enforce conservation laws. An estimated 1,000 visitors daily are expected during the holiday period, while Hong Kong anticipates 6 million passenger trips from May 1-5.
