The Chinese mainland's Yellow River, the second longest river in the region, is set to enforce its annual fishing moratorium starting April 1 and lasting until June 30.
A joint notice from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the Ministry of Public Security outlines a special law enforcement campaign across nine provincial-level regions along the river. This initiative aims to crack down on illegal fishing, enhance law enforcement efforts, and introduce innovative methods to protect the river's ecosystem.
Authorities will implement strict control measures tailored to different sections of the river. While fishing is permanently banned in the river's source area and upper reaches, phased bans will be applied to the middle and lower reaches during the moratorium period.
Additional measures include rigorous reviews of fishing activities to prevent the use of harmful tools and methods, and to deter illegal operations masquerading as recreational fishing. These efforts are crucial to safeguarding aquatic biodiversity and ensuring the sustainability of fishery resources.
The fishing ban will cover the Yellow River's main stream, three major lakes, and 13 linked tributaries, reinforcing the commitment to environmental protection and the preservation of valuable aquatic organisms.
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