Hey ocean lovers! 🌊 Guess who's stepping up their game to protect our seas? The China Coast Guard (CCG) is on a mission to keep the South China Sea safe and sustainable. 🛡️🐟
Over 500 Vessels Detained 🚢🚫
This year alone, the CCG has detained over 500 vessels for various violations. They've identified and expelled 1,700 foreign ships engaged in illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Talk about making waves! 🌊
Catching the Poachers 🎣🔍
According to Liu Dejun, the CCG spokesperson, they intercepted a foreign fishing vessel suspected of using electric fishing—a harmful practice that endangers marine life. They also seized over 1,200 live coral specimens 🌺 and loads of Tridacna shells 🐚 from a vessel caught poaching coral. Not cool, poachers! ❌
Protecting the Marine Ecosystem 🌍💙
Liu emphasized that protecting the marine ecological environment is at the heart of the CCG's mission. They’re beefing up patrols in key maritime areas and collaborating with departments like the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. Teamwork makes the dream work! 🤝
Blue Sea Initiative 🌅💧
Every year, the CCG rolls out special law enforcement actions under the \"Blue Sea\" initiative. They crack down on illegal fishing, waste disposal, and the hunting of precious and endangered species. It's all about keeping our oceans blue and beautiful! 💙
Looking Ahead 🚀🌊
\"We'll continue to intensify our efforts to protect the marine ecological environment,\" Liu added. \"Strengthening patrols, improving aerial inspections, and using satellite remote sensing—we're on it! 🚁🛰️\"
The CCG is committed to detecting and addressing illegal activities that harm marine resources. Let's give a big shout-out to those working hard to preserve the beauty of our oceans! 👏🌊
Reference(s):
CCG: Foreign fishing vessels detained for poaching in South China Sea
cgtn.com
