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The Director General, Susantha Kahawatte, states that the  Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources is paying special attention to the safety of Sri Lankan multi-day fishing vessels operating in international waters, due to the military situation that has arisen near and in the Gulf region.

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Due to the prevailing tense global situation, a special media briefing was held under the patronage of the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean  Resources, Mr. Ramalingam Chandrasekhar, to ensure the safety and security of Sri Lankan fishermen operating in international waters.

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"Provide a service that makes the people who come to the fishing port leave with a smiling face" - Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage

  1. Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekhar meets Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister: Agreement to enhance bilateral cooperation
  2. Launch of ‘One-Day Service’ to Obtain Fishing Licenses Signing of a Crucial Agreement Between the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and the Department of Registration of Persons
  3. Fisheries Secretary Represents Sri Lanka at UN Conference on Global Fisheries Governance
  4. A Joint Approach to Resolve Fisheries Issues in Trincomalee; Several Ministerial-Level Interventions
  5. New jetty to be built to protect Negombo Lagoon and attract tourists: A huge investment of Rs. 318 million
  6. A group of young scientists join NARA to bring new technology and research to the fisheries industry
  7. Rs. 56 million project to recycle fibreglass waste piled up in fishing harbours begins.
  8. Protect the Traditional Seine Fishing Industry without Harming the Environment through the use of Machinery – Appeal by Director General of Fisheries
  9. Calls for impartial probe into attack on fishermen; Minister Chandrasekhar checks on injured fishermen at hospital
  10. True Freedom Will Be Established Across the Country Under the National People’s Power Government – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  11. Minister of Fisheries and Secretary join a crucial conference which was held in Indonesia on behalf of the sustainability of tuna stocks in the Indian Ocean
  12. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage intervenes to resolve issues at Patanangala and Amaduwa fishing piers in Yala National Park
  13. Maximum support of the Government to encourage the exports of fishing vessels- Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage.
  14. 226 million rupees of relief assistance for Inland fishermen who were affected by Cyclone Ditwah; Accelerated plan by the government to double the development of the industry
  15. Vietnam Ambassador assures to rebuild disaster-hit fisheries sector; Special focus on ornamental fish and shrimp industry
  16. Ceylon Fisheries Corporation begins a transformative year with the "Clean Sri Lanka" program.
  17. Australian High Commissioner Visits NPP Office in Jaffna, Holds Talks with Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  18. Pongal greetings news from Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  19. Six-month strict ban on VMS (Vessel Monitoring System) violations to safeguard fish exports and national security.
  20. Ministerial Consultative Committee Approves regulations under the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Act and the Fishermen’s Pension and Social Security Benefit Scheme Act
  21. Ensuring the Safety of Fisherfolk Who Risk Their Lives for National Income and Nutrition Is Essential – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekaran
  22. Deputy Minister ,Ratna Gamage Pledges a Transformative Year for the Fisheries Sector
  23. Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Ramalingam Chandrasekar, says that the Government and the people are working together with strong determination to recover from the losses caused by recent disasters.
  24. Australian support for the fisheries sector which was affected by flood ; assurance of continued support for vessel monitoring system
  25. Merry Christmas filled with peace, love and new hopes!
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