Jeon Nam-do Councilor Jo Gwang-yeong: "Policies to Revitalize Inland Fisheries Research Must Create Income for Fishing Households"

Need to Revitalize Inland Fisheries through Establishment of Dedicated Inland Fisheries Team

Jo Gwang-yeong, Jeonnam Provincial Assembly Member

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Jeonnam Province possesses the potential for the development of inland water fisheries, but due to inadequate management systems, there are calls to establish a dedicated inland water fisheries team to conduct research and projects by reorganizing marine and fisheries organizations.

On the 5th, Jeonnam Provincial Assembly member Jo Gwangyoung pointed out during the administrative audit of Jeonnam Marine and Fisheries Science Institute and Marine and Fisheries Bureau, “Jeollanam-do’s coastline stretches approximately 6,700 km, with rivers and reclaimed land developed along the coast, providing excellent conditions for inland water aquaculture fisheries. However, due to the lack of systematic management, inland water fisheries remain stagnant.”

He continued, “As of 2019, Jeollanam-do’s inland water area is 243 km² (4% of the national total of 5,986 km²), but its annual production value reaches 210.528 billion KRW (43.4% of the national total of 484.78 billion KRW), indicating immense development potential. A dedicated inland water fisheries team should be established to conduct effective research and formulate policies that contribute to increasing fishermen’s income.”

Meanwhile, Assembly member Jo Gwangyoung proposed a “Resolution to Urge the Withdrawal of the Fukushima Radioactive Contaminated Water Marine Discharge Plan” at the 348th regular session. He has also been actively engaged in legislative activities with a focus on policies to increase fishermen’s income and measures to revitalize fishing villages.

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