Nui Thanh district in the central province of Quang Nam is committed to having the "yellow card" warning lifted by the European Commission (EC). VNA/VNS Photo Đoàn Hữu Trung

QUẢNG Nam – Núi Thành district, boasting the largest offshore fishing fleet in the central province of Quang Nam, is committed to having the "yellow card" warning lifted by the European Commission (EC).

Núi Thành is home to a formidable fleet of 1,916 fishing vessels of various types. Local fishermen are targeting total catch of 48,000 tonnes of seafood this year.

To achieve this goal and improve overall fishing practices, the district is adopting several key measures. All offshore fishing vessels are now equipped with a comprehensive suite of technology, including positioning systems, formatting machines, radars, and GPS devices.

Additionally, these vessels undergo rigorous inspections by border guards and relevant authorities before setting sail, ensuring their compliance with regulations and best practices.

These efforts in Núi Thành contribute to Quảng Nam's broader goal of catching a total of 195,000 tonnes of seafood this year. The province is spearheading a programme to modernise fishing vessels and ensure all offshore vessels are equipped with essential navigation tools like Icom and GPS devices, said Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Pham Viet Tich. - VNS