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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%......

Tarfaya Port Witnesses 51% Surge in Fishing Landings

In a remarkable display of the region's thriving fishing industry, the port of Tarfaya has witnessed a staggering 51% increase in coastal and artisanal fishing landings during the first three months of the current year. According to the National Fisheries Office (ONP)'s latest report on coastal......

Dakhla Port's Q1 Fishing Haul Soars 46%, Boosting Local Economy

In an impressive demonstration of resilience, the port of Dakhla experienced a remarkable 46% surge in coastal and small-scale fishing landings during the first quarter of 2024, as reported by the National Fisheries Office (ONP). This surge amounted to an astounding 22,918 tonnes, significantly surpassing......

Uncertainty Looms as Crucial EU-Morocco Fishing Agreement Hangs in Balance

With the European Court of Justice's imminent decision on the Morocco-EU fishing agreement, tensions are escalating as both parties await the outcome. The agreement, essential for European fleets reliant on Morocco's abundant waters and for Morocco itself benefiting financially from the deal,......