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Dong Thap Tightens Fishing Vessel Management to Prevent IUU Violations
Dong Thap Province has implemented a series of strong and synchronized measures to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
Seas and islands
Hung Yen Takes Measures to Combat IUU Fishing Violations
Joining the nationwide movement, Hung Yen province has made efforts to implement many measures to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, contributing to the removal of the European Commission's (EC) "yellow card".
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Ca Mau Steps Up Efforts to Remove IUU “Yellow Card”
In the early days of April 2026, fishing ports across Ca Mau were bustling as fleets of vessels headed out to sea through the morning mist. Behind this vibrant scene lies a quiet but determined battle against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, with every fisherman and border guard playing a role in reshaping the fishing industry.
An Giang Combat IUU Fishing Violation by Tightening Boat Management
Seas and islands
The Provincial People's Committee of An Giang (An Giang) has just issued Plan No. 209/KH-UBND, dated April 20, 2026, implementing the recommendations of the European Commission (EC) on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, together with the whole country to timely remove the "yellow card" warning by October 2026, and build an effective and sustainable fishery by 2030.
April 23, 2026 | 10:45
Electronic Fishing Logbooks Drive Modernization in Ho Chi Minh City
Seas and islands
After more than three years of pilot implementation, the use of electronic fishing logbooks on offshore vessels in Ho Chi Minh City has begun to deliver clear results, contributing to the modernization of fisheries management, improving data transparency, and strengthening control over fishing activities in line with regulations.
April 23, 2026 | 10:45
Quang Ngai Seizes Large Haul of Explosives Linked to IUU Fishing
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Border guard forces in Quang Ngai province, in coordination with Van Tuong commune police and Coast Guard Region 2 on April 18, caught a suspect red-handed transporting and illegally storing more than 350kg of explosives. The operation not only helped ensure local security and order but also demonstrated strong commitment to enforcing regulations against illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
April 22, 2026 | 10:26
An Giang Sets Strict Roadmap to Address IUU Yellow Card
Seas and islands
An Giang province has established a strict roadmap with a concrete plan, mobilizing all resources to soon end illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
April 15, 2026 | 09:53
Dak Lak Fishermen Pledge to Combat IUU Fishing
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Hundreds of vessel owners and fishermen in Phu Yen ward, Dak Lak province, have received outreach and signed commitments not to engage in illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, as the locality tightens vessel management and strengthens voyage monitoring to prevent violations and help remove the European Commission (EC)’s “yellow card.”
April 15, 2026 | 09:52
Dak Lak Strengthens Measures to Combat Illegal, Unreported Fishing
Seas and islands
In recent years, illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing has continued to pose potential risks, adversely affecting marine resources, the ecological environment, and Vietnam’s reputation in international markets. In response to the urgent need to have the European Commission’s (EC) “yellow card” warning lifted, Dak Lak Province has been implementing a comprehensive set of measures, with a strong focus on public communication and raising legal awareness among citizens, particularly fishermen.
April 14, 2026 | 15:13
Quang Tri Strengthens Joint Patrols to Prevent IUU fishing
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To strictly control fishing activities, prevent IUU violations, and contribute to the sustainable and internationally integrated development of the fisheries sector, Quang Tri has stepped up communication, inspection, and monitoring efforts to raise awareness and compliance among fishermen.
April 09, 2026 | 10:14
Nam Cam Ranh Commune Steps Up Fight Against IUU Fishing
Seas and islands
According to the People’s Committee of Nam Cam Ranh commune, in strict implementation of directives from the Khanh Hoa provincial People’s Committee on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, in the first three months of 2026 the commune received and reviewed the list of fishing vessels under 6 meters and vessels serving aquaculture under its management.
April 09, 2026 | 10:09
Localities Accelerate EC Recommendations to Remove IUU “Yellow Card”
Seas and islands
An Giang, Lam Dong and Da Nang are implementing synchronized measures in line with recommendations of the European Commission (EC), from tightening fishing vessel management and traceability to handling violations, aiming to soon remove the IUU “yellow card” and develop sustainable fisheries.
April 07, 2026 | 10:41
Lam Dong Steps Up IUU Fight, Aims for Sustainable Fisheries
Seas and islands
With a range of synchronized and decisive measures, Lam Dong province is focusing on implementing efforts to prevent and combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
April 01, 2026 | 15:23
Ha Tinh Tightens Fight Against Illegal Fishing, Aims to Lift IUU Yellow Card
Seas and islands
The Chairman of the Ha Tinh Provincial People’s Committee has issued an official telegram to continue focusing on tasks to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the province, in order to strictly implement Official Dispatch No. 03/CD-TTg dated January 13, 2026 of the Prime Minister and related directives from central and provincial authorities.
April 01, 2026 | 14:40
Combating IUU Fishing: Sustainable Path for Ha Tinh Province’s Fishery Sector
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Identifying the fight against Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing as a central and consistent political task, Ha Tinh province has been implementing a synchronized range of drastic and substantive solutions. As the result, the province is step-by-step building a sustainable and responsible fishery sector, ensuring long-term livelihoods for fishermen while meeting the rigorous demands of international integration.
March 30, 2026 | 14:36
Stepping Up Efforts to Address EC Recommendations on Combating IUU Fishing
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On March 27, at a hybrid meeting with 22 coastal provinces and Tay Ninh on measures to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha called for a clear response to issues raised by the European Commission (EC)’s IUU inspection team following its visit to Vietnam from March 10–19.
March 30, 2026 | 10:33
Mock Trial Raises Awareness on IUU Fishing for Lam Dong Fishermen
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Fisheries Surveillance Team No. 4 under Coast Guard Region 3 Command, the Provincial Party Committee’s Commission for Information and Mass Mobilization, the People’s Court of Lam Dong province, and the People’s Committee of Phan Thiet ward, in coordination with Justice Newspaper, organized a “mock trial” to raise awareness about combating IUU fishing among more than 200 local fishermen on the afternoon of March 24 in Phan Thiet ward, Lam Dong province.
March 26, 2026 | 10:18
Nghe An Border Guard Steps Up Fight Against IUU Fishing
Seas and islands
Fishing activities by fishermen in the waters of Nghe An province have become increasingly vibrant, contributing to local economic development. However, alongside these positive signs, illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing still poses potential risks. In response, the Nghe An Provincial Border Guard has recently implemented a range of strong measures to prevent and curb this situation.
March 26, 2026 | 10:17
Deputy PM works with EC's inspection delegation on IUU fishing combat
Seas and islands
The EC's Director for International Ocean Governance and Sustainable Fisheries Fernando Andresen Guimaraes acknowledged Vietnam’s remarkable progress over the past eight years, citing advances such as the national fisheries database (VNFishbase), electronic catch documentation and traceability (eCDT), and near-universal installation of vessel monitoring systems (VMS).
March 20, 2026 | 15:18
Vietnam maintains constructive cooperation with EU in combating IUU fishing: PM
Seas and islands
On the basis of the EU-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and with a constructive approach, PM Chinh affirmed Vietnam’s continued close cooperation in combating IUU fishing, while expressing his hope and confidence that the EC will consider lifting the “yellow card” warning against Vietnamese seafood, thereby further strengthening effective and substantive cooperation between Vietnam, the EU and its member states.
March 20, 2026 | 10:18
Quang Ngai Fishermen Bring Technology into Every Voyage
Seas and islands
Fish finders, positioning devices, vessel monitoring systems, and electronic fishing logbooks are becoming familiar “companions” for fishermen in Quang Ngai. The integration of technology into fishing activities helps improve the efficiency of each voyage while also contributing to compliance with regulations on combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
March 17, 2026 | 11:08
Ha Tinh Launches Five Self-Management Groups to Prevent IUU Fishing
Seas and islands
The People’s Committee of Loc Ha Commune (Ha Tinh Province), in coordination with the Cua Sot Border Guard Station, recently held a conference to launch a model of self-management groups aimed at preventing illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the locality.
March 16, 2026 | 16:09
Quang Tri Tightens Fleet Management, Finalizes Documentation for EC Inspection on IUU Fishing
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The installation of vessel monitoring systems (VMS) has been implemented vigorously, while the monitoring system is maintained on a 24/7 basis to promptly detect vessels that lose connection or show signs of encroaching on foreign waters.
March 16, 2026 | 15:43
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