New Agreements Target Chinese Markets and Brand Protection for Maldivian Fisheries
The Maldives Fisheries and Ocean Resources Marketing and Promotion Corporation has entered into a strategic…
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Fishermen Continue Protest, Citing Unmet Promises and Unsold Catch
A large-scale protest by yellowfin tuna fishermen has taken shape outside Malé, reflecting months of…
Minister Urges Youth to Strengthen Future of Fisheries Sector
At a certificate handover ceremony for the Youth Internship Programme, Minister of Fisheries and Ocean…
Maldives Deploys 76 New FADs as Part of Fisheries Expansion Effort
The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources has expanded the country’s fishing infrastructure with the…
MFOMPC Launches Nationwide Registration for Fisheries and Marine Producers
The Maldives Fisheries and Ocean Resources Marketing and Promotion Corporation (MFOMPC) has launched a nationwide…
Maldivians Reject Shark Fishing Reopening, Citing Risks to Economy and Environment
A new national survey has revealed that a significant majority of Maldivians oppose the government’s…
Ministry of Fisheries Opens Youth Fishing Program for Maldivians Under 24 Again
The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources is offering five Maldivians under the age of…
Fisheries Minister Highlights Benefits of RSW Systems for Fishing Vessels
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam has said that the installation of Refrigerated…
CMEC to Establish Fisheries and Maritime Logistics Hub in Addu City
China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) has signed an agreement to develop a fisheries and maritime…
New Harbour Purchases and Processing Facility Boost Fuvahmulah’s Fishing Industry
Fishing vessels in Fuvahmulah City can now sell their catch directly at the harbour, following…
Bilateral Talks Highlight Indian Ocean Security and Fisheries Innovation
Fisheries and Ocean Resources Minister Ahmed Shiyam has reaffirmed the Maldives’ strong partnership with Sri…
Maldives Expands National FAD Network to Boost Fisheries Sector
The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources has announced the installation of 22 new Fish…
Maldives Launches ‘From Maldives’ Fisheries Brand to Promote Sustainable Exports
The Government of Maldives has launched a new national brand, “From Maldives”, aimed at promoting…
Recreational Fishing Gains Momentum as Maldives Holds First National Workshop
The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources has conducted the first national workshop dedicated to…
Minister Shiyam Outlines Strategy to Deepen Fisheries Ties with Singapore
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ahmed Shiyam, has announced that the Maldivian government is…
UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation to Open Permanent Office in Maldives
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) will establish a dedicated office in the…
Maldives to Allocate USD 291.8 Million to Develop Fisheries Sector
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam has stated that the Maldives has allocated…
Traditional Fishing Under Pressure as Ocean Temperatures Rise, Says Fisheries Minister
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam has warned that rising ocean temperatures are…
President Muizzu Reaffirms Commitment to MVR 20 Per Kilogram Fish Purchase Price
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed his commitment to raising the fish purchase price to MVR…
Gov’t Disburses MVR 1.6 Billion to Fishermen Since November
The government has issued MVR 1.6 billion in payments to fishermen across the Maldives since…
President Says Fishing Sector Projects to Conclude Within Two Years
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said that ongoing projects to support the Maldivian fishing community…
India Discusses Collaboration with Maldives on Fisheries Development
India is engaged in discussions with the Maldives government to assist in promoting the island…