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Fisheries Act revised amid objections
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 06/10/2025
» Parliament has approved a controversial amendment to the Fisheries Act, a move the Department of Fisheries insists will balance marine conservation with the livelihoods of fisherfolk.
Thailand gets top nod in child labour fight
Post Reporters, Published on 02/10/2025
» Thailand has achieved its highest-ever international ranking in efforts to combat the worst forms of child labour, earning a “Significant Advancement” rating in the US Department of Labor’s 2024 report.
Targeted whales, dolphins to get protected status
News, Published on 05/09/2025
» The cabinet has approved adding three marine mammals to the protected wildlife list to safeguard ocean biodiversity.
Trawlers to get new lease on life
Editorial, Published on 31/08/2025
» Despite the devastation trawlers have caused for decades and the global shame Thailand has suffered from their use of slave labour, trawlers are set to return to ravage the Thai seas with a vengeance.
Banchong opposes U-turn on seine nets
News, Post Reporters, Published on 29/08/2025
» A leading marine conservationist is strongly opposed to a proposal to amend Section 69 of the Fisheries Act to allow seine nets with mesh sizes smaller than 2.5 centimetres to be used at night in combination with light attraction to catch fish.
Japanese man caught smuggling live wildlife at Suvarnabhumi airport
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/07/2025
» A 53-year-old Japanese man has been arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport after attempting to smuggle live wildlife in his luggage on a flight to Osaka.
Earth needs real action
Oped, Editorial, Published on 22/04/2025
» Today, countries across the globe mark Earth Day, an annual event aimed at demonstrating their commitment to protecting the environment. While Thailand is still plagued by a plethora of pollution-related problems, there are still reasons for Thais to remain optimistic.
More workers to get social security
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/02/2025
» Three more groups of informally employed workers are expected to be included in the social security system next, says deputy government spokesman Karom Polpornklang.
Turning the Blackchin Tilapia Crisis into Opportunity
Published on 14/02/2025
» A joint initiative led by the Rubber Authority of Thailand, alongside the Department of Fisheries, private sector partners, and local communities, is transforming the Blackchin tilapia crisis into an opportunity through innovative, research-driven solutions. These coordinated efforts aim to reduce the invasive species’ population, restore ecosystems, and create new economic opportunities.
Fishing change risks new yellow card
News, Published on 01/02/2025
» An attempt by lawmakers to amend the 2015 Royal Ordinance on Fisheries could put Thailand at risk of getting another yellow card from the European Union (EU) as the bill, now in the Senate, could lead to destructive fishing.