This campaign is part of the Ministry’s efforts to combat fishing methods that lead to the depletion of marine life, and reduce unsustainable fishing, which contributes to protecting marine habitats and providing the opportunity to replenish fish stocks, which reflects positively on food security and the continuity of fishermen’s livelihood.
In this context, the Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Nizar Hani, expressed his great appreciation for the responsible cooperation shown by fishermen and fishermen’s unions, stressing that “partnership with the sector is the basic foundation for the success of national efforts aimed at protecting marine wealth.”
Minister Hani said: “I extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to the fishermen and fishermen’s unions for their constructive cooperation and their commitment to supporting these measures that are in the interest of the sector and its future. I also particularly thank the Lebanese Army and the security forces for their constant support of the Ministry of Agriculture work team, which embodies a successful model of integration between national institutions in implementing laws and preserving natural resources.”
He added: “The Ministry will continue implementing its supervisory and administrative programs aimed at regulating the marine fishing sector, in parallel with enhancing awareness and cooperation with fishermen, in a way that establishes the principles of responsible fishing and preserves fish wealth as a strategic national resource.”
He stressed that “protecting the sea is not the responsibility of one party, but rather a shared national responsibility that requires the combined efforts of the state, fishermen and society,” stressing that “cooperation and adherence to laws constitute the basis for ensuring the sustainability of marine resources, and truly preserving them for current and future generations.”
