Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, represented by the Marine Protection Department, has apprehended several Asian fishermen for using prohibited fishing gear.
In a video shared on its social media channels, the Ministry stated that this practice violates marine fishing laws, which aim to conserve fish stocks and maintain ecological balance.
In a video shared on its social media channels, the Ministry stated that use of such equipment is a violation of marine fishing laws, which aim to conserve fish stocks and maintain ecological balance.
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As part of its ongoing efforts to protect the marine environment within the country's territorial waters, the Ministry regularly conducts inspections targeting fishermen and beachgoers to detect any environmental violations.
In a recent inspection, the officials removed abandoned fishing nets from Simaisma Family Beach, reinforcing their commitment to protect wildlife and maintain ecological integrity of the Qatari coastal area.
