Nasheed said that longline fishing results in bycatch, including rays, dolphins, seabirds, and sharks, which could harm Maldives' tourism and its pole-and-line tuna brands, which are based on sustainability.
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[File] Former President Nasheed said that allowing longline fishing will harm Maldives pole and line brands and tourism which are based on sustainability
Malika Shahid
2024-08-17 09:46:36
Former President Mohamed Nasheed has expressed concerns about allowing longline fishing in the Maldives.
The decision to consider permitting this method for catching Yellowfin and Bigeye Tuna in Maldivian waters was made by the Cabinet in March this year.
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