Peru's squid quota is down to 7%, with five remaining fishing trips scheduled before the end of the year.

Sergio González Guerrero, Minister of Production, emphasized at a press conference that all related decisions are based on scientific and technological evidence, rather than temporary or political considerations. "We have the internationally recognized research institution, the Peruvian Fisheries Research Institute (Imarpe), which is responsible for evaluating and determining quotas, closed seasons, and other measures to ensure the long-term sustainable management of resources," he said. To ensure the regulation and transparency of fishing activities, the Ministry of Production has jointly established a national permanent working group with the Presidential Council of Ministers (PCM) to specifically handle the management of squid resources. According to the new arrangement, all fishing operations will be subject to real-time evaluation, with representatives from the fishing community directly participating in observation and sampling work. González Guerrero pointed out that this ...