Scientists from around the world, alongside fisheries and conservation organisations, raised concerns over the government’s recent decision to issue new licenses for longline fishing. The… Read More »#AgainstLonglining Scientific Letter
Longline fishing unintentionally captures sharks, manta rays, birds and other marine life. This has devastating consequences for the ocean’s health and biodiversity. We need your… Read More »#AgainstLonglining Campaign
A letter was sent on 11th June 2024 to the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ministry of Climate Change, Environment and Energy as well as the President’s Office in response to recent media reports suggesting the possibility of lifting the shark fishing ban. The letter outlines the position of the members of the Maldives Ocean Alliance regarding this matter.