Nghe An Urgently Launches Action Plan for Peak Month Against IUU Fishing
	An Giang Border Guard Tightens Management of Fishing Vessels

The event attracted more than 300 participants, including vessel owners, captains, and local fishermen. This was one of the key activities of Reconnaissance Unit No. 2 during the peak campaign to disseminate information, inspect, and prevent IUU fishing in 2025. It demonstrated the determination of officers and soldiers to put an end to violations of foreign waters by Vietnamese fishing vessels before November 15, 2025, contributing to joint efforts with relevant forces and coastal localities to help remove the European Commission’s (EC) yellow card, towards a sustainable and responsible Vietnamese fisheries sector.

A lecturer from Reconnaissance Unit No. 2 presents key contents of the Vietnam Coast Guard Law and legal regulations related to combating IUU fishing (Photo: Hong Van/baotintuc.vn)

At the event, speakers presented the main contents of the Vietnam Coast Guard Law and relevant legal regulations on combating IUU fishing; screened educational videos; and guided fishermen on lawful fishing practices to raise their awareness of compliance and to build a responsible, sustainable fishing environment.

Coast Guard officers meet with captains and crew members, distributing leaflets to encourage strict compliance with laws in fishing activities (Photo: Hong Van/baotintuc.vn)

At the same time, the Coast Guard officers also provided information and guidance to help fishermen actively respond to Storm No. 13, reinforce and secure their boats, and anchor them safely in ports. The communication activities were concise, clear, and easy to remember, combining direct dialogue, leaflet distribution, and personalized guidance for each vessel owner, helping fishermen thoroughly understand the regulations and proactively avoid violations.

After the indoor session, the working team visited Loc An fishing port (Phuoc Hai Commune, Ho Chi Minh City) to directly communicate with more than 30 fishing boat owners docked there, meeting captains and crew members to encourage strict compliance with legal regulations in fishing activities. On this occasion, the unit distributed over 300 leaflets, presented 100 national flags, and gave 100 legal handbooks to local fishermen.

The Coast Guard distributes over 300 leaflets, presents 100 national flags, and gives 100 legal handbooks to local fishermen (Photo: Hong Van/baotintuc.vn)

The communication activities of Reconnaissance Unit No. 2 were practical efforts in response to the peak campaign launched by the Vietnam Coast Guard (from October 15 to November 15, 2025) to prevent and end IUU fishing violations, contributing to strengthening the military–civilian bond, and maintaining political security and social order in maritime and island areas.

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