Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Under Secretary of State ទឹម បូរក្ស said teams would continue inspecting and suppressing fishing offences in rivers, lakes and creeks across Kampong Cham’s districts, while encouraging fishers to stop using illegal gear so catches can recover.
He led officers from the Mekong fisheries administration inspectorate, the Kratie fisheries administration cantonment, the Prek Prasab fisheries division, commune councillors, local police and fishing communities in four motorboats to inspect and tackle illegal fishing in Russey Keo commune, Prek Prasab district, Kratie.
The team dismantled and destroyed 13 fine-mesh mosquito-net barriers totalling 780 metres, 15 fine-mesh fishing trap openings and 190 bamboo stakes. About 150 kilograms of mixed fish were released back into natural waters.
The under secretary said enforcement in Kampong Cham, Tboung Khmum and especially Kratie would continue steadily throughout the closed fishing season.
He appealed to people in all communities to help prevent illegal fishing and protect natural resources so they can recover.
Sihanoukville Television. By: Pai Sokhim.
