Global Coalition Supports Restoration of Fishing Vessel Tracking in the Philippines
An international coalition is rallying behind local appeals to reinstate vessel tracking for commercial fishing, emphasizing its role in combating illegal fishing and securing seafood export markets.
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[Kasalikasan] Supreme Court Ruling Favors Big Fishers: Who Benefits?
The Philippine Supreme Court's recent ruling against vessel monitoring systems has sparked debates over the protection of small-scale fishers versus the interests of large fishing companies. Critics argue that this decision endangers marine ecosystems and local livelihoods.
Fisherfolk in Subic Plan Sea Action to Mark WPS Ruling Anniversary
In a bid to assert their rights, approximately 250 fisherfolk will gather in Subic to commemorate the 2016 arbitral ruling on the West Philippine Sea. This action highlights ongoing challenges faced by local fishermen amid foreign encroachments.
Gov’t Launches P1.5-B Initiative to Aid Farmers and Fisherfolk Amid Energy Crisis
The Philippine government has announced a P1.5 billion project to support farmers and fisherfolk suffering from the ongoing energy crisis. The initiative focuses on providing wage employment and improving agricultural infrastructure.