Discussions have been held to develop sports fishing harbors in five regions of the Maldives. The discussions were held between the Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam and the Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal.
The meeting held to hold the discussions saw the Fisheries Minister sharing information on the five areas proposed for the development of sports fishing harbours. He also gave assurance that the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources will provide the Tourism Ministry with expert assistance.
Meanwhile, Minister Faisal noted that the Ministry of Tourism will give its full cooperation to expedite the project. The development of sports fishing is part of the President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s initiatives to promote the fisheries sector. It is also included in the government manifesto.
The project aimed at aimed at facilitating sports fishing, which is becoming popular among the youth will be implemented under the policy formulated by President Muizzu. The President attaches great importance to developing maricultural as an industry and increasing domestic production. Development of sports fishing harbours will further develop the fisheries and tourism sectors of the country.