Strategic framework for local fisheries industry gets Cabinet approval

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The Cabinet this week approved a strategic framework aimed at revitalising Sri Lanka’s fisheries sector. The proposal, presented by the President and Minister of Fisheries, outlined a plan to position the industry as a key economic driver.

The strategic report, titled “The Strategy to Promote a Sustainable and Export-Oriented Commercial Fisheries Industry to Support Sri Lanka’s Expected Economic Transformation”, listed ambitious targets. It aims for the fisheries sector to achieve a 12 percent increase in sectoral growth and generate export revenues of US$ 600 million by 2030. Central to the strategy is the commitment to sustainability through firm economic principles.

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Unfair and Unethical Practices Just B4 Elections Wednesday, 04 September 2024 09:43 AM

Lots of policies passed in the past few weeks in parliament in preparation for elections. But last few years, endless misery people endured. All the while there were endless protests on these issues but were brutally brushed off with some injuries by the security forces which were under Ranli’s instructions. Suddenly funds are available from who knows where. Very strong possibility after elections, will say there were some miscommunications on available funds to proceed with elections promises and need to postpone them. THEIR PRIORITY NOW IS TO STAY IN POWER, CONTROL AVAILABLE AND FUTURE FUNDS. ALSO, WITH NO INTERFERENCE AND INVESTIGATIONS ON ALL THE CORRUPT AND MALPRACTICES THAT HAVE TAKEN PLACE OVER THE YEARS, THEY CAN PROCEED FOR ANOTHER 5 YEARS. IF THE OPPOSITION IS VOTED IN, THEY WILL DEFINITELY START THESE INVESTIGATIONS SO AS TO SALVAGE WHATEVER FUNDS AVAILABLE TO GIVE IT BACK TO THE COUNTRY. The unresolved Murders and Easter Bombings cases TOO IS PRIORITY FOR INVESTIGATIONS.

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Gabriella Wednesday, 04 September 2024 10:59 AM

For years fisherman have been catching undersised fish, crab, and prawns. I have watched for years the annual prawn fishing season at the Panichankerni lagoon. The harvesting starts well before the prawns mature and the weight of the catch is substantially reduced. The taking of undersized seafood is a nationwide phenomenon. Having fisheries ministers that wouldn't know the difference between a rod and a broom is not conducive for sustainability.

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Suhada malli Wednesday, 04 September 2024 12:02 PM

Fisheries, Coastal and Ocean Resources of Sri Lanka is an area with a very high growth potential. Govt should get a Grant to obtain foreign consultancy from other more advanced countries on developing a 7 year multi stage development plan. We are increasing the potential of our technical colleges, along side increase industries such as boat and ship building, bunkering, stevedoring. President should have a consultative committee which must include the large export companies who owns ships etc who will be in charge of getting a 7 year plan for the Govt.

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