Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam

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President Muizzu reverses decision to allow longlining

The government changed its decision after fishermen, environmental groups and foreign organizations expressed concern over allowing longline fishing.

2 years ago

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"Longlining to be allowed in February to increase revenue"

Speaking at a press conference of the ruling People's National Congress (PNC), Shiyam said efforts were underway with relevant authorities to allow longline fishing to increase revenue.

2 years ago

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President Muizzu reverses decision to allow longlining

"Longlining to be allowed in February to increase revenue"

"Financial coup" and the law

Longline fishing was stopped due to a political decision: Shiyam

Kanduoiy'giri transferred to MNDF

Amount owed by MIFCO to fishermen nears MVR 80 million

MVR 62 million owed to fishermen

Sacked MIFCO CEO becomes State Fisheries Minister

"Maldives should consider allowing longline fisheries"

"Chinese ship's activity unrelated to Maldives"

Outstanding payments cleared for fishers

World Bank proposes four options to restructure MIFCO

Kooddoo operations resume after protest ends

"Govt will not agree to only pay protesting fishermen"

"Reason for Indian troops boarding boats remain unclear"

MVR 100 million assured for fishermen by Monday

Protesting fishermen lose patience as minister arrives

Fish purchasing price reduced to MVR 20

Fact check: fishers owed MVR 296 million

Boat boarded by Indian troops was in Maldivian waters: Shiyam