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A special discussion was held between the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Mr. Ramalingam Chandrasekhar, and His Excellency the President regarding the serious problems faced by the fishing sector in this country, in view of the increase in fuel prices in the world market and the crisis situation regarding fuel supply due to the military unrest in the Middle East region.

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Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ratna Gamage represented the Sri Lankan government at the "China-Sri Lanka Academic Forum on Tropical Marine Environmental Changes" held at the South China Sea Institute of Oceanology (SCSIO) in Guangzhou, China, recently (March 24).

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Six Sri Lankan fishermen who were detained in Bangladesh for eight months for illegally entering the country’s territorial waters have been released and are scheduled to return to the island tomorrow (April 2).

  1. Meeting between UN Resident Coordinator and Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar: Special focus on development and fisheries projects in the Northern Province
  2. Steps to strengthen cooperation between Sri Lanka and China for ocean technology exchange and sustainable ocean development - Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage states in China
  3. A formal fuel management program has been implemented to ensure the continued operation of the fisheries and aquaculture sector.
  4. After nearly a decade, long-pending vacancies for Assistant Directors in the Fisheries Department have been filled, with Ramalingam Chandrasekhar formally handing over appointment letters to 10 newly recruited officers.
  5. Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekhar presents new boats and gear to fishermen in Chilaw affected by Cyclone Ditwa
  6. Essential Fisheries Services to Operate as Usual Despite Wednesday Public Holiday
  7. A formal program to meet the fuel needs of the fishing community
  8. Ahead of Minister Chandrasekhar’s upcoming visit to Norway in April, a special discussion was held to identify new investment opportunities in the fisheries sector.
  9. Fishing gear and fish crates worth Rs. 8.6 million were distributed to strengthen the fisheries sector in the Southern Province
  10. With the aim of restoring the livelihoods of the fishing community in the Batticaloa District affected by Cyclone “Ditwa,” the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekhar, undertook a special official visit to the dis
  11. Rs. 1,300 million allocated for full development of Valachchenai Fishery Harbour: Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar on inspection tour
  12. Huge progress in Kurunegala freshwater fisheries: Meeting chaired by Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage commended
  13. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage takes urgent steps to resolve Puttalam District fisheries issues. Special attention to coastal erosion and development of port infrastructure
  14. Overcoming the Ditwah Challenge, Repair of inland fishing boats in 9 districts has already been successfully completed!
  15. “Drug prevention operation successfully underway across the southern coastal belt: Extensive awareness campaign by the Ministry of Fisheries.”
  16. Ceylon Fisheries Corporation on a New Path; Steps to Provide Fish at Concessionary Prices for the Year
  17. There is no issue regarding the safety of Sri Lankan multi-day fishing vessels operating in international waters - Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
  18. Special Notice from the Ministry to Fishermen Fishing in International Seas
  19. A large amount of money has been allocated from this year's budget to improve fishery harbour infrastructure; Work with maximum productivity - Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  20. Fisheries Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekhar meets Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister: Agreement to enhance bilateral cooperation
  21. Launch of ‘One-Day Service’ to Obtain Fishing Licenses Signing of a Crucial Agreement Between the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and the Department of Registration of Persons
  22. Fisheries Secretary Represents Sri Lanka at UN Conference on Global Fisheries Governance
  23. A Joint Approach to Resolve Fisheries Issues in Trincomalee; Several Ministerial-Level Interventions
  24. New jetty to be built to protect Negombo Lagoon and attract tourists: A huge investment of Rs. 318 million
  25. A group of young scientists join NARA to bring new technology and research to the fisheries industry

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