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Manila Bulletin devider Philippines devider National devider Solon's pro-fishermen bill gets crucial backing; 'urgent' status sought 

Solon's pro-fishermen bill gets crucial backing; 'urgent' status sought 

Published Jun 3, 2024 02:05 am

At A Glance

  • Kabayan Party-list Rep. Ron Salo has bared over the weekend that the Fisherfolk Council of Leaders adopted a resolution requesting President Marcos to certify his pet measure, House Bill (HB) No.1977, as urgent. 
  • The bill seeks to create Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DFAR).

1713426289555557.jpgKabayan Party-list Rep. Ron Salo (Rep. Salo's office)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kabayan Party-list Rep. Ron Salo has expressed his unwavering commitment to empowering local fishermen, which he says play a critical role in the country’s economy. 

This, as Salo bared over the weekend that the Fisherfolk Council of Leaders adopted a resolution requesting President Marcos to certify his pet measure, House Bill (HB) No.1977, as urgent. 

The bill aims to establish the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DFAR)--a pivotal step toward improving the management and sustainable development of the country’s aquatic resources, the veteran solon said. 

The measure has been pending with the House Committee on Government Reorganization since Aug. 2, 2022 

"The creation of the DFAR is essential for better management and sustainable development of our aquatic resources. It will significantly improve the livelihoods of our fisherfolk and enhance food security in the Philippines," he said. 

As one of the world's top fish-producing nations, the Philippines ranked eighth globally with a recorded production of 4.26 million metric tons of fish in 2023. 

The Fisherfolk Council of Leaders is comprised of selected fisherfolk leaders from national and local levels. Each year, in May, coinciding with the celebration of Farmers and Fisherfolk Month, one national fisherfolk director and 16 regional fisherfolk directors are appointed for a month-long term. 

"Despite the sector’s importance, it faces significant challenges, including a progressive decline in fish catch, overfishing, and the degradation of essential marine habitats such as coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass, and algae beds. These challenges necessitate urgent and focused management and conservation efforts," said the fisherfolk regional representatives. 

The council was formed through the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources' (DA-BFAR) Fisherfolk Directors Program. 

The symbolic role reversal under the program allows fisherfolk to act as regional directors. This provides them the opportunity to influence policy and management directly. 

The resolution seeking the urgent passage of Salo bill was adopted at the end of the celebration of Farmers and Fisherfolk Month on May 30, 2024.

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