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Moroccan women in fishing sector empowered by financial boost through bank and UN partnership

Morocco's Credit Agricole and UN Women have joined forces to empower women in the fishing industry through financial education and economic inclusion programs. The initiative, focused on the regions of Tetouan, M'diq, and Martil, aims to strengthen the position of fisherwomen in local markets. The......

Morocco's fisheries expo showcases sustainable growth and innovation

Morocco is set to host the 7th Halieutis international fisheries and aquaculture trade show at the Agadir Exhibition Center from February 6-9, 2025, focusing on research and innovation for sustainable fishing practices. The event will gather 523 exhibitors from 55 countries across 20,000 square meters......

Morocco's Winter Octopus Fishing Season Opens with Promising Catch Numbers

Morocco's winter octopus fishing season has launched with remarkable success, according to recent reports from the State Secretariat for Maritime Fishing. The early days of the 2025 season have demonstrated exceptional results, particularly highlighting the effectiveness of the biological rest period......

Mediterranean Fish Market Trends: Mixed Economic Impact as Volumes Drop, Values Rise

In a notable shift in Mediterranean fishing dynamics, Morocco's coastal and artisanal fishing sector has experienced significant changes through November 2024, according to recent data from the National Fisheries Office (ONP). While fishing volumes have declined, the overall market value has shown......

Spanish Authorities Seize 3.3 Tons of Cocaine from Venezuelan Vessel

Spanish police and customs officials have successfully intercepted a Venezuelan fishing vessel near the Canary Islands, seizing a staggering 3.3 tons of cocaine and arresting all 10 crew members aboard. The operation, which occurred on Saturday, uncovered 110 packages of cocaine, each weighing approximately......

Andalusian Fishing Fleet Faces Uncertainty as EU-Morocco Trade Deals Annulled

The recent decision by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) to annul trade agreements between the EU and Morocco has sent shockwaves through the Andalusian fishing industry. The regional government of Andalusia, Spain, has raised concerns that this ruling will have severe repercussions for......

Sharp Decline in Tan-Tan Fish Landings: Industry Faces Uncertain Future

The fishing industry at Tan-Tan's port has encountered significant challenges, with the quantity of pelagic fish landings plummeting by a staggering 63% in the first half of the year, amounting to a mere 7,351 tonnes. By the Numbers: A Grim Report The National Office of Fisheries (ONP) released......

Tensions Escalate as China Seizes Taiwanese Fishing Vessel Near Kinmen Islands

In a move that has further strained the already tense relations between China and Taiwan, Chinese coastguard officials have seized a Taiwanese fishing boat and taken it to a port on the mainland. Taiwan has vehemently demanded the immediate release of the vessel and its six-member crew, emphasizing that......

Morocco's Fishing Industry Navigates Shifting Tides

In a recent report from the National Office of Fisheries (ONP), Morocco's inshore and artisanal fishing sector witnessed a subtle downward shift in the first five months of 2024. The value of marketed products dipped by 1% to 4.37 billion dirhams, while the weight of these products declined by 7%......