SEAFDEC, Malaysia bolster ties for sustainable fisheries

The SEAFDEC Secretary-General and Chief of Training Department (TD), Dr. Suttinee Limthammahisorn, led a courtesy visit to Malaysia from 28 February to 1 March 2024. The SEAFDEC delegation also included the SEAFDEC Secretariat Policy and Program Coordinator, Dr. Worawit Wanchana; Head of the SEAFDEC/TD Planning and Project Management Division, Mr. Isara Chanrachkij; and Head of the SEAFDEC/TD Research and Development Division, Dr. Taweekeit Amornpiyakrit.

On 28 February 2024, the SEAFDEC delegation visited a research institute and a state park in Terengganu, Malaysia. The first visit was to Tanjung Demong Fisheries Research Institute to learn about the research on marine fish breeds and high-density technology that contributed to increased milkfish production and benefited local entrepreneurs and fish farmers. The next visit was to the Setiu Wetlands State Park which spans 23,000 ha and emerged as a crucial ecosystem supporting various aquaculture activities, underlining the importance of sustainable resource management.

On 28 February 2024, the SEAFDEC delegation visited a research institute and a state park in Terengganu, Malaysia. The first visit was to Tanjung Demong Fisheries Research Institute to learn about the research on marine fish breeds and high-density technology that contributed to increased milkfish production and benefited local entrepreneurs and fish farmers. The next visit was to the Setiu Wetlands State Park which spans 23,000 ha and emerged as a crucial ecosystem supporting various aquaculture activities, underlining the importance of sustainable resource management.

Finally, the SEAFDEC delegation extended a courtesy visit to the Director General of the Department of Fisheries of Malaysia and the Council Director for SEAFDEC to discuss the ongoing regional initiatives and upcoming activities under JTF 7, USAID/RDMA PIO Grant, and GoTFish project. The meeting concluded with mutual agreement and commitment to explore collaboration opportunities in the areas discussed.