Cabinet Approves Expansion of Bar Reef Marine Sanctuary with Dedicated Sustainable Artisanal Fishing Zones
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Sri Lanka Signs Historic Bilateral Sustainable Fisheries and Yellowfin Tuna Export Partnership with European Union
Minister of Fisheries leads delegation in signing a comprehensive 5-year maritime framework bolstering EU market tariff access for certified sustainably harvested tuna, satellite catch tracing, and harbour cold-chain upgrades.
Ministry Unveils Strategic Plan to Triple Freshwater Seafood Production to 120,000 Metric Tons by 2028
Comprehensive national masterplan unveiled targeting fingerling production in 1,200 non-perennial village tanks and modern shrimp hatcheries across Eastern and North-Central Provinces.
Over 45,000 Small-Scale Coastal Fisher Families Receive Off-Season Welfare and Nutrition Allowances
Direct bank disbursement of monthly living allowances completed under the National Fisheries Social Security Fund to safeguard coastal household livelihoods during inclement monsoon weather.
Coordinated Deep-Sea Search & Rescue Operation Successfully Locates and Evacuates 6 Multiday Fishers in Arabian Sea
Ministry Satellite VMS unit detects distress beacon from vessel 'Nilwala-04'; coordinates rapid response with Sri Lanka Navy and regional coastguards to safely tow vessel to safety.
Cabinet Approves Expansion of Bar Reef Marine Sanctuary with Dedicated Sustainable Artisanal Fishing Zones
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National Fisheries Summit 'Blue Prosperity 2026' Concludes with LKR 15 Billion Investment Pledges
Three-day international summit brings together commercial exporters, aquaculture innovators, naval security chiefs, and global investors committing to modernize Sri Lanka's marine infrastructure.