The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Marine Protection Department has seized abandoned nylon fishing nets on Al Aaliya Island as part of its ongoing efforts to protect fish resources and preserve marine biodiversity.
These nets are considered illegal fishing tools that pose a direct threat to marine life and coral reefs in coastal areas and around the islands. Accordingly, the necessary legal measures have been taken in accordance with environmental protection laws and regulations governing marine fishing.
Meanwhile, the Marine Protection Department confirmed its continued intensive efforts in monitoring and inspection across all regions of the country to curb environmental violations and protect marine life. The department stressed that protecting marine resources is a shared responsibility that requires the cooperation of everyone and prompt reporting of any violations.
Further, the ministry urged sea-goers to adhere to environmental guidelines, refrain from using illegal fishing gear, and avoid leaving waste in the sea, in order to ensure the sustainability of the marine environment and its ecosystems.
These nets are considered illegal fishing tools that pose a direct threat to marine life and coral reefs in coastal areas and around the islands. Accordingly, the necessary legal measures have been taken in accordance with environmental protection laws and regulations governing marine fishing.
Meanwhile, the Marine Protection Department confirmed its continued intensive efforts in monitoring and inspection across all regions of the country to curb environmental violations and protect marine life. The department stressed that protecting marine resources is a shared responsibility that requires the cooperation of everyone and prompt reporting of any violations.
Further, the ministry urged sea-goers to adhere to environmental guidelines, refrain from using illegal fishing gear, and avoid leaving waste in the sea, in order to ensure the sustainability of the marine environment and its ecosystems.