After a three-month break, the South China Sea is buzzing again! ⚓️🐟
On Friday, over 100 fishing vessels set sail, marking the end of the annual summer fishing moratorium. Fishermen are gearing up to bring in fresh catches, and the sea is alive with excitement.
This year's fishing break lasted from May 1 to August 16. Since 1995, China has implemented this nationwide suspension to protect the marine environment and fishery resources. The moratorium covers the Bohai Sea, the Yellow Sea, the East China Sea, and a portion of the South China Sea.
\"The summer fishing moratorium makes the ecosystem more stable and robust, which plays a significant role in long-term development,\" said Hu Zhenyu, director of Sustainable Development and Blue Economy at the China Development Institute.
\"Additionally, the recovery of marine resources is relatively fast, which positively impacts the healthy development of our fisheries,\" he added.
With the ocean's natural rhythms respected, marine life has had a chance to thrive. Now, as the vessels cast their nets once more, both the environment and the fishing communities are set to benefit.
This is not just a win for the environment but also for seafood lovers everywhere! 🍤🍣 Fresh catches mean delicious meals are on their way.
Protecting our oceans is vital, and practices like the summer moratorium show how taking a pause can lead to big gains. 🌊💙
As the sun rises over the South China Sea, the return of the fishing boats symbolizes more than just the end of a break—it's a celebration of sustainability and the balance between nature and human activity.
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South China Sea resumes fishing after three-month moratorium
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