Assessing the state of artisanal fisheries

Artisanal fishermen have to follow the vagaries of nature (boats here stranded by low tide), which further restrict their fishing activity, other than competition from trawlers and unlicensed fishermen.

A comprehensive assessment of the state of traditional fisheries is underway to render targeted assistance for potentially affected fishermen, following the proposal to reclaim land at the southern part of Penang island

THE state of Penang fisheries is under intense focus of late, with various parties proffering their views on the viability of this traditional undertaking.