Marine scientist Laura David says the existing 15-kilometer buffer from the shoreline not only protects the ecosystem but also small fishermen and their families
MANILA, Philippines – Allowing commercial fishing vessels inside municipal waters would endanger the future of municipal fisheries, the director of the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute said on Friday, September 8.
On top of the harmful effect on the ecosystem, David also said small-scale fisherfolk and their families rely on municipal waters for income and food. The UP MSI director shared that they were also being consulted about the amendments. “Marine scientists are supportive of retaining the 15 kilometers,” she told Rappler.
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