الشارقة 24:
The Sharjah Fisheries Authority convened its eighth periodic meeting with the cooperative societies of fishermen in the emirate, reinforcing its commitment to improving coordination and addressing the needs of local fishermen. The gathering was attended by His Excellency Ali Ahmed Aboughazain, Chairman of the Authority, along with Abdullah Ali Al Mahmoud, the Director of the Authority, various officials, and representatives of the societies.
Supporting Fishermen Through Collaboration
The meeting commenced with heartfelt gratitude expressed to His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, for his continued support to the fishermen. The attendees particularly acknowledged the recent directive from His Highness to reduce marine parking fees by 50%, a move aimed at alleviating financial burdens on fishermen and enhancing the stability of their profession.
Reviewing Progress and Challenges in the Fishing Sector
During the meeting, participants reviewed the achievements made since the previous gathering and discussed key updates and challenges facing the fishing sector. Topics of importance included the regulation of fishing activities, recreational fishing, compensation procedures for fishermen, projects aimed at enhancing fish wealth, and the accomplishments of the cooperative societies. The discussions also focused on fostering further collaboration and improving the services offered to fishermen.
Enhancing Communication and Solutions
His Excellency Ali Ahmed Aboughazain underscored the significance of regular meetings in fostering direct communication with the societies and following up on the needs of fishermen. He stated, “We are committed to strengthening our partnership with the societies, addressing the challenges confronting the fishing sector, and collaboratively finding practical solutions that contribute to the enhancement of services provided to fishermen and the sustainability of their profession.”
Transforming Recommendations into Action
The Chairman of the Authority further highlighted the necessity of reviewing the outcomes of previous meetings and transforming the recommendations and proposals into actionable steps. This, he noted, is essential for improving operation efficiency and ensuring integration between both parties.