The article highlights the Deputy Minister of Agriculture in Iran, Nabiullah Khoon Mirzaei's call for strengthening food security by moving towards aquaculture production, particularly in the challenging resource and area limitations. He stresses the importance of utilizing water areas and the need to scientifically utilize the Caspian Sea and southern regions for aquatic production. Mirzaei also emphasized the role of the private sector in achieving success in aquaculture and the localization of knowledge and achievements of institutions affiliated with the Fisheries Organization in Gilan. The article also mentions the localization of the knowledge and achievements of the Fisheries Organization in Gilan, successful experiences in commercialization of aquaculture, and the localization of the tilapia industry, supported by private sector investment.