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A special discussion was held between the Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Matthew Duckworth, and the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekhar, regarding the Australian Government’s support for the reconstruction of Sri Lanka’s fisheries sector, which was affected by the recent floods.

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On this auspicious occasion of celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, together with Christians around the world, I sincerely wish you all a Merry Christmas filled with peace and joy.

​WhatsApp Image 2025 12 24 at 13.53.00Christmas is a great day that unites the hearts of humanity with the universal message of love, peace, kindness and faith, said Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ramalingam Chandrasekhar in his Christmas greetings message.

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  2. JICA Pledges Support to Rebuild Fisheries Sector After Disaster!
  3. Full support of the Government to revive flood-ravaged ornamental fish industry - Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage
  4. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage launches a comprehensive plan to rebuild flood-ravaged Chilaw shrimp industry
  5. Chinese Technical Assistance for Value-Added Fish Exports: Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage Meets Shenzhen Representatives
  6. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage orders to provide immediate relief for flood-affected employees and infrastructure of Ceylon fisheries corporation.
  7. Floods damage 15 fish processing factories: Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage promises immediate relief to exporters
  8. Relief measures for the affected people
  9. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage directs fishing boats for flood relief operations
  10. All 5 missing fishermen successfully rescued; Deputy Minister requests the fishing community again to refrain from going to sea
  11. Fishermen should refrain from going to sea: Ministry of Fisheries issues an emergency warning on inclement weather! The seriousness of the situation is confirmed by the capsizing of a vessel at Valachchenai Harbour, leaving a fisherman missing!
  12. “Aqua Planet Sri Lanka – 2025” organized on the occasion of World Fisheries Day
  13. Foundation laid for a blue economy programme
  14. New pension scheme for fishermen
  15. Aqua Planet Sri Lanka - International Expo 2025 Commences - Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
  16. Sri Lanka Hosts Two Key Workshops Ahead of World Fisheries Day 2025
  17. Meeting between Chinese delegation and Fisheries Minister
  18. Sign the MOU for the establishment of modern Marine Radio Communication and Emergency Response Units (MRCU) at the fishing ports
  19. An information system for the shrimp industry is launched
  20. Key discussion with World Bank – Wageningen University on development of cold chain (frozen and deep-frozen fish products) in Sri Lankan fisheries sector.
  21. 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.
  22. Discussions to strengthen maritime cooperation between Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia
  23. Discussion on the progress, challenges and future opportunities of the aquatic plant tissue culture and export sector
  24. Ornamental fish production to begin in the Northern and Eastern provinces
  25. "A New Boost for the Freshwater Fishing Industry in Sabaragamuwa Province: Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage stressed that a National Plan will be implemented"
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