Reported 11 months ago
Taiwan's Pacific tuna catch quota of 1965 tons for 2024 has nearly been reached as of June 9, prompting the Ministry of Agriculture to urgently announce a fishing ban effective from midnight on June 12 to prevent overfishing. Fishermen are frustrated with only a 3-day buffer period, with many already at sea and facing losses if they return empty-handed. The Fisheries Agency emphasized the importance of adhering to the ban to avoid penalties and secure next year's quota, while some fishermen criticized the short notice and potential financial impacts of the sudden ban.
Source: YAHOO