South Korea Explores Squid Fishing Grounds in Kenya to Address Domestic Shortages
South Korea Explores Squid Fishing Grounds in Kenya to Address Domestic Shortages The South Korean government has initiated efforts to explore squid fishing grounds off the coast of Kenya, seeking to address a domestic scarcity of squid. This strategic move aims not only to boost the income of local fishermen but also to stabilize the prices of squid within the country. Additionally, the Kenyan fishing grounds present an opportunity as a relatively undiscovered and pristine area, potentially avoiding the issues of illegal fishing often associated with other regions. The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries collaborates with the Kenyan government in a project that involves sending Korean pelagic fishing vessels to Kenya's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) to catch squid, crabs, and cutlassfish. The project, if successful, marks the first instance of South Korean fishing boats operating in East Africa, focusing on nearshore fishing vessels due to maritime regulations. Former Chairman Kim ...