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A discussion on issues related to the dragnet fishing industry was held on 30th June 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Committee Room No. 4 of the Parliament under the patronage of the Minister of Fisheries, Mr. Ramalingam Chandrasekar, and the Deputy Minister, Mr. Rathna Gamage, with the All Ceylon Dragnet Owners Association.

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Another new program was implemented by the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources with the objective of increasing export revenue of Sri Lanka in the Chilaw District.

WhatsApp Image 2025 06 29 at 15.13.33A top-level Sri Lankan delegation led by Dr. B. K. Kolitha Kamal Jinadasa, Secretary to the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, successfully concluded an official visit to France.

  1. Satellite Technology and Marine Science Knowledge for Sri Lanka: New Collaborations with France initiated
  2. A special discussion under the patronage of Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage to uplift the fisheries sector in Trincomalee
  3. Sri Lanka seeks assistance of France to combat illegal fishing
  4. Mullaitivu District takes decisive steps to curb illegal fishing activities and empower the fishing community
  5. "The people who abandoned Myliddy are fighting today. The problem that the people have faced for 37 years will definitely be resolved." – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  6. Discussions on Combating Illegal Fishing and Developing the Blue Economy in France
  7. Kilinochchi District Fisheries Coordination Committee Meeting Focuses on Sustainable Fisheries Development and Community Livelihoods
  8. Port to Be Established in Pesalai – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  9. Kalutara District Fisheries Coordination Committee Meeting was held successfully under the Patronage of Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage.
  10. Minister Chandrasekaran Urges Enhanced Security Measures to Curb Piracy in the Eastern Province
  11. Puttalam District Fisheries Coordination Committee Meeting Was Held Successfully Under the Patronage of Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage
  12. Direct Solutions for Challenges in the Fisheries Sector in Negombo: Resolutions for the Issues under the Leadership of Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage!
  13. Seek Support from Development Partners to Overcome the Challenges in Fisheries Sector.
  14. Prompt Solutions to the Problems of the Fishermen: Coordination Discussions held under the Patronage of Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage in Matara and Hambantota are Successful!
  15. A discussion chaired by Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage has been held to find direct solutions to the problems of divers !
  16. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage directly intervenes to develop the freshwater fishing industry in Badulla!
  17. Do not allow people to be divided again along racial issues - Special request from Minister Chandrasekar to the Canadian High Commissioner
  18. Dr. B. K. Kolita Kamal Jinadasa, the new Secretary to the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, assumes duties
  19. Dr. Kolita Kamal Jinadasa Appointed as the New Secretary to the Ministry of Fisheries
  20. 18 million fish fry to be stocked in reservoirs under the "Wewa Ape Kamhalai" programme
  21. Special Discussion on Investment Opportunities in the Fisheries Sector in Sri Lanka with a Delegation from Shandong Province, China.
  22. A discussion on expanding fish exports from Sri Lanka to South Korea and employment opportunities.
  23. Fresh fish at reasonable prices from Ceylon Fisheries Corporation and Frozen Fish packets of 300/400 gram that can be carried in hand bags are soon to be introduced.
  24. Canned fish produced in Sri Lanka to be exported for the first time.
  25. Largest fishing vessel of Sri Lanka launched at Dikovita
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