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DSC4643The initial phase of the blue economy programme for which the 2026 budget has allocated Rs.100 million will commence in the first half of next year, Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ministry Secretary Dr. B. K. Kolitha Kamal Jinadasa said.

WhatsApp Image 2025 11 22 at 16.07.12Additional attention has been given in the 2026 budget to developing the fishing industry, Deputy Minister of Fisheries Rathna Gamage said. He emphasized that the government’s programmes to advance the sector will be implemented effectively as planned.

WhatsApp Image 2025 11 21 at 15.43.32The government provides the necessary support to uplift the living standards of the fishing community. 

  1. Sri Lanka Hosts Two Key Workshops Ahead of World Fisheries Day 2025
  2. Meeting between Chinese delegation and Fisheries Minister
  3. Sign the MOU for the establishment of modern Marine Radio Communication and Emergency Response Units (MRCU) at the fishing ports
  4. An information system for the shrimp industry is launched
  5. Key discussion with World Bank – Wageningen University on development of cold chain (frozen and deep-frozen fish products) in Sri Lankan fisheries sector.
  6. Special meeting chaired by Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage to resolve Matale freshwater fisheries issues. Deputy Minister emphasizes that inter-institution coordination is essential for progress in the sector.
  7. Discussions to strengthen maritime cooperation between Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia
  8. Discussion on the progress, challenges and future opportunities of the aquatic plant tissue culture and export sector
  9. Ornamental fish production to begin in the Northern and Eastern provinces
  10. "A New Boost for the Freshwater Fishing Industry in Sabaragamuwa Province: Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage stressed that a National Plan will be implemented"
  11. Four fishermen who were distressed in international waters were safe; rescue operations underway
  12. Steps to strengthen Sri Lanka-Oman fisheries cooperation: Successful discussion between Minister of Fisheries and Oman Ambassador
  13. Minister’s Deepavali Message
  14. “Aqua Planet 2025” International Exhibition has been Officially Announced, Giving New Life to the Fisheries Sector
  15. Fisheries and Defence Ministries join hands to curb illegal fishing activities in the North-East: Special Action Plan for Joint Operations
  16. Urgent steps to improve fisheries port services: 'Efficient service is our priority' - Minister; 'Visible change in 6 months' - Deputy Minister
  17. Special coordination meeting to resolve Monaragala fishing issues: Attention to extend fishing net casting period in wildlife zones
  18. A new vision for the shrimp industry: Government and exporters join hands to meet targets of 2026.
  19. Special financial assistance from the President's Fund for the education of fishermen's children - An announcement from the Minister of Fisheries, Mr. Ramalingam Chandrasekar.
  20. 12 government institutes join hands to curb illegal fishing: Historic agreement has been signed to secure fish exports
  21. Special Discussion Chaired by Minister Ramalingam Chandraseker with 25 District Coordinators of the Fisheries Ministry
  22. The Central Government and Provincial Councils should work together to strengthen the fisheries industry - Minister and Deputy Minister emphasize to Provincial Chief Secretaries
  23. A massive operation to control invasive fish population: The “Deduru Oya Fishing Tournament 2025” is a great success.
  24. Karainagar Cey-Nor Boatyard gets a new lease of life; Work begins on Colombothurai Jetty and Udayapuram Road
  25. Urgent steps to increase freshwater fish production: Deputy Minister Rahtna Gamage instructs the National Aquaculture Development Authority to correct inaccurate data and move forward with new strategies.
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