Navy targets illegal fishing

Navy targets illegal fishing

PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: The commander of the Western Fleet,
Vice Adm Mudjito, said that ships under his command have so far
apprehended 168 domestic and foreign fishing vessels this year.

The vessels were detained for a range of offenses which
included a lack of the proper permits and documentation, the
violation of fishing zones, and the use of prohibited fishing
gear.

The Western Fleet will intensify patrols in the waters of
Western Indonesia to curb violations, he said, adding that it
would not hesitate to take stern measures against those who do
not respect Indonesian fisheries laws, particularly foreign
fishing vessels.