Greater efforts needed to have EC’s yellow card against seafood exports removed
Localities in the central region have demonstrated strong political commitment and strictly implemented the directions of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat, the Government, and the Prime Minister, in addressing IUU fishing violations.
Phu Yen (VNA)𝄹 – Measures to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, and preparations for the upcoming inspection by the European Commission (EC) were discussed at a conference organised by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) in the south-central coastal province of Phu Yen on February 27.
According to Vu Duyen Hai, Deputy Director of the Department of Fisheries under the MARD, localities in the central region have demonstrated strong political commitment and strictly implemented the directions of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat, the Government, and the Prime Minister, in addressing IUU fishing violations.
After four on-site inspections by the EC, many localities have made progress in implementing related recommendations. Fishing vessels at high risk of violating regulations are listed for monitoring, he said.
Hai noted that law enforcement efforts have been strengthened, with local authorities taking firm action against violations, including fishing in foreign waters, vessels' disconnection from the vessel monitoring system (VMS), improper unloading of seafood, and failure to display registration numbers.
According to Nguyen Thi Trang Nhung, Head of the Division of Science, Technology and International Cooperation under the MARD’s Fisheries Surveillance Department, local authorities should focus on key issues, including monitoring violations in foreign waters, tracking and inspecting fishing vessels, controlling seafood output at ports, overseeing fishing activities at sea, managing raw materials and traceability of seafood.
Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Phung Duc Tien, who is also deputy head of the National Steering Committee for IUU Fishing Prevention and Control, hailed collective efforts to speed up the transition from traditional fishery management to modern fishery, saying that this initiative has recorded positive achievements.
Lifting the EC's "yellow card" imposed on Vietnamese seafood will help promote seafood exports and increase product value, contributing to the nation’s GDP growth, Tien said, urging localities and fishermen to take concrete actions to achieve this goal as soon as possible./.
The Kien Giang Border Guard Command has directed all border checkpoints to carry out thorough inspections of every fishing vessel, ensuring that only those with proper documentation and compliance with vessel monitoring system (VMS) regulations are allowed to operate.
According to Tran Hoang Nhat Nam, Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Environment, communication efforts have proven effective, significantly improving awareness among vessel owners and fishermen.
In a recent document, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development emphasised the need for effective enforcement of regulations targeting IUU-related violations within the fishery sector.
In Vietnam’s case, she said, President Ho Chi Minh demonstrated his strategic vision by founding the revolutionary press a century ago. The late leader understood the press's role not only as a means to reflect the country’s realities but also as a powerful tool to strengthen national unity and inspire the resistance wars and national construction process.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
VietnamPlus e-newspaper of the VNA clinched an A prize in the “Outstanding Press Product” category for its immersive 3D multimedia project, “Epic of Reunification,” a groundbreaking blend of storytelling and technology. The VNA won another A prize for its eye-catching exhibition booth.
Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
In the context where AI dominates and produces vast volumes of content, the only sustainable path forward for journalism is to focus on high-quality content and core values. Journalism must redefine its mission - not to report the fastest, but to provide the most profound and trustworthy value.
Granma and the VNA have great potential for cooperation, especially in sharing content regularly, so that VNA products are published on Granma platforms and vice versa, thereby helping Cuban and Vietnamese people access true information and gain a deep understanding of each other's country and people.
During his stay in China’s Guangzhou city from 1924 to 1927 to prepare for the establishment of a Communist Party to lead Vietnam’s revolution, President Ho Chi Minh founded “Thanh nien” newspaper and released its first issue on June 21, 1925.
Vietnam and Cambodia are hoped to strengthen their robust collaboration across various sectors, particularly in resolving remaining border issues to transform the border area into a zone of peace, friendship, cooperation, and development.
The strategic product, managed and operated by the Vietnam News Agency Digital Media Centre (VNA Media), is an official channel for popularising the Party and State’s information and documents as well as delivering mainstream and trustworthy news to both domestic and international audiences through various kinds of multimedia formats.
Since President Ho Chi Minh founded Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has become the voice of the people. During the resistance war against the colonialists, journalists took great personal risks to inspire patriotism and the will of rising up against foreign invaders.
The total investment exceeded 319 billion VND (12.2 million USD), including over 261 billion VND from the state budget and 57.5 billion VND mobilised from businesses, organisations, and individuals.
The Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang is intensifying efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing as part of the country’s goal of having the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning lifted.
Throughout its 80-year history, the VNA has remained at the forefront of information dissemination. It has consistently delivered timely, accurate, and objective reports on both domestic and international events, serving the Party’s leadership, the State’s management, and the public’s demand for official news.
With strong support from local authorities, businesses, organisations, and residents, the province has successfully built or repaired 10,707 homes for disadvantaged households, including war veterans, families of martyrs, ethnic minority people, and low-income residents.
Throughout its resistance against colonialists and imperialists, Vietnam developed a revolutionary press that has served as a benchmark for just and legitimate causes worldwide.
Founded in 1842, the Vienna Philharmonic is regarded as a cultural ambassador of Austria, with prestigious conductors like Mahler and Karajan who shape its legacy. Its New Year’s Concert, broadcast to over 90 countries annually, stands as a global symbol of classical music excellence.
