South Africa signs seafood cooperation deal with Chile

South Africa and Chile have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that entails the two nations using their resources to support each other’s fishery and aquaculture efforts and develop methods that help both effectively combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities in their waters.“The agreement marks a significant step in the strengthening of bilateral relations and collaborative efforts between South Africa and Chile in promoting sustainable fisheries and aquaculture,” South Africa's Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) said in a statement.The agreement specifically seeks to focus on fisheries and aquaculture research, including support for and sharing of scientific advancements in sustainable practices made by either country; exchange of technology and best practices, including the promotion of modern aquaculture technology and responsible farming methods; capacity building and knowledge sharing, such as through enhancing ...