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The Ministry of Fisheries announced on 23rd of December that the initial estimate of damage to the fisheries sector due to the recent floods has exceeded Rs 7,649 million. 

WhatsApp Image 2025 12 24 at 17.30.57A successful discussion was held on December 16th between Dr. Kolitha Kamal Jinadasa, Secretary to the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, and a delegation from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), including its Chief Representative in Sri Lanka, Mr. Kuronuma Kenji. The meeting focused on identifying key priorities for rebuilding the fisheries sector in the post-disaster context.

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Orders for immediate damage assessment; Plans to introduce new broodstock and loan schemes

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