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The Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Ramalingam Chandrasekar, represented Sri Lanka at the ‘Island States Ocean Summit (ISOS)’ held in Tokyo, Japan, from 2nd to 4th June.

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The second District Fisheries Coordination Committee meeting, convened to identify the professional and infrastructure-related challenges faced by the fishing community in the Hambantota District and to implement prompt solutions, was held yesterday (04) at the Hambantota District Secretariat under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Mr. Rathna Gamage.

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A special discussion was held on the 2nd at the Sri Lankan Embassy in Japan between the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Mr. Ramalingam Chandrasekar, who is currently on an official visit to Japan, and senior officials of the Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency (FRA).

  1. The Nippon Foundation's Full Support to Strengthen Ocean Science Education and Fisheries Technology in Sri Lanka – Special Meeting Between Chairman Yohei Sasakawa and Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar in Tokyo
  2. Special agreement with the Japanese government to provide technical employment opportunities in Japan for Sri Lankan fisheries graduates and support the modernization of the fisheries sector – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar States in Japan
  3. Full support from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for the Modernization of Sri Lanka's Fisheries Sector: Special Agreement Reached to Address Kirinda Harbour Issues and Identify Sectoral Gaps – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar States in Jap
  4. Seas around the island to be very rough: Fishermen are urged to avoid fishing activities – Emergency notice from the Fisheries Department
  5. A major financial grant of Rs. 436 million from the Government of Japan to rehabilitate inland fishermen affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’: Agreements signed with FAO technical assistance under the patronage of Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  6. A Huge Financial Contribution of Rs. 135 Million to Uplift Shrimp Farmers Affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwa’: Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar Presents Cheques in Chilaw
  7. Steps to Complete Rs. 13,400 Million Gandara Fisheries Harbour Project by December 2026 – Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage Conducts an Inspection Tour
  8. Expedite Search for Missing Fishermen: Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar Issues Urgent Instructions
  9. Development Work on Four Fishery harbours in Galle District to Commence in August: New unit in Beruwala to Recycle Fibreglass Waste in Fishery Harbours - Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage
  10. The current government is committed to protecting the religious freedom and rights of the Muslim community – Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  11. Net Gear Worth Rs. 1.2 Million for the Colombo Fishermen Affected by Cyclone Ditwah:
  12. Fisheries Department's close attention to multi-day fishing vessels in distress in the deep sea: A notice from the Director General of Fisheries to ensure seaworthiness of the vessel before going to sea
  13. Cey-Nor Foundation Enters the International Arena: Final Stages of Construction on Massive Vessel for Mauritius – Special Inspection by Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  14. A New Program to Boost the Ornamental Fish Industry: Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage Takes Steps to Provide Financial Relief to Onamental Fish Farmers and Remove Import Barriers
  15. Regional countries rally in Negombo to protect marine resources in the Bay of Bengal: The 3rd Regional Project Steering Committee Meeting of BOBLME II Project commences today
  16. Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage distributes life jackets for the professional safety of the Hikkaduwa fishing community
  17. Norway’s Technical Assistance for Modernizing Sri Lanka’s Fisheries Sector: Special Meeting Between Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar and Norwegian Embassy Officials
  18. Revolutionary change in the freshwater shrimp industry: A new technological program begins under a budget allocation of Rs. 25 million
  19. Special Discussions between Omani Industrial Delegation and Ministry of Fisheries A series of field visits to explore new investment opportunities. The Corporation between Sri Lanka and Oman in the fisheries sector
  20. Japan Support for Modernizing Sri Lanka’s Fisheries Sector
  21. Sri Lanka’s shrimp farming industry introduces digital technology and biosecurity: Project concludes successfully with the patronage of Minister,Ramalingum Chandrasekar
  22. Adverse weather conditions in the seas around the island: Coastal fishermen are to exercise caution – Director General of Fisheries
  23. A record fresh water fish harvest of over Rs. 10 million in two days from the Udawalawe Reservoir!
  24. Obstacles to Fish Exports to America Removed: US Government’s NOAA Officially Approves Sri Lankan Sea Crab Exports
  25. The mission of the research vessel ‘Dr. Fridtjof Nansen’ concluded successfully, yielding crucial scientific data expected to play a key role in shaping the future of Sri Lanka’s fisheries industry.
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