Ghana moves closer to completing new fishing laws that could remove European Union penalties. Fisheries Minister Emelia Arthur told stakeholders the Draft Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill needs approval soon. The country faces a yellow card from the EU for illegal fishing practices. Arthur warned Ghana might receive a red card that bans all fish exports to Europe. The fishing industry provides 60 percent of animal protein and supports 3 million jobs.
Parliament will review the bill section after section before voting. Dr. Godfred Seidu Jasaw chairs the committee handling food and agriculture issues. He asked fishing groups to share their opinions about the proposed rules. Committee members already made changes they believe help the industry. Stakeholders can suggest more improvements during the democratic process.
Arthur created a new vision for sustainable fishing that protects the environment. The minister wants Ghana to lead blue economy development across West Africa. An Australian professor will review the laws before lawmakers vote. Ghana hopes to present progress at the upcoming United Nations Oceans Conference. The bill combines advice from the EU, FAO and local fishing experts.
Parliament will review the bill section after section before voting. Dr. Godfred Seidu Jasaw chairs the committee handling food and agriculture issues. He asked fishing groups to share their opinions about the proposed rules. Committee members already made changes they believe help the industry. Stakeholders can suggest more improvements during the democratic process.
Arthur created a new vision for sustainable fishing that protects the environment. The minister wants Ghana to lead blue economy development across West Africa. An Australian professor will review the laws before lawmakers vote. Ghana hopes to present progress at the upcoming United Nations Oceans Conference. The bill combines advice from the EU, FAO and local fishing experts.
