November 20th 2023.
World Fisheries Day is an important day of observance that is celebrated annually on November 21st. This day serves to highlight the importance of fisheries and advocates for sustainable fishing practices to preserve marine ecosystems and support the livelihoods of millions of people who depend on fisheries for their survival.
The theme for World Fisheries Day 2023 is ‘Celebrating the Wealth of Fisheries and Aquaculture’. This theme celebrates the achievements of fishers and fish farmers, as well as other stakeholders, to reinforce commitment towards sustainable and equitable development of the Fisheries sector. The two-day Global Fisheries Conference India 2023 will be held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat Science City, on November 21st and 22nd, 2023.
World Fisheries Day was first established in 1997 at the World Forum of Fish Harvesters & Fish Workers meeting in New Delhi. It was here that representatives from 18 countries signed a declaration in support of global adoption of sustainable fishing practices and policies.
The purpose of World Fisheries Day is to draw attention to the challenges that the fishing sector is facing, such as overfishing, illegal fishing practices, pollution, habitat destruction, and the impact of climate change. The day is a call to action, urging governments, organizations, communities, and individuals to come together and address these issues. It is also an opportunity to promote initiatives that focus on sustainable fishing methods, marine conservation, protection of marine biodiversity, and the empowerment of fishing communities.
All in all, World Fisheries Day is an important event to raise awareness and promote sustainable fishing practices. It is a reminder of our collective responsibility to preserve marine ecosystems and safeguard the livelihoods of those dependent upon fisheries. It is a call to action for us to come together to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
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