Reduce maritime plastic waste in fishery sector in order to gradually manage maritime plastic waste by approaching from headwaters to the ocean, circular economy and green economic growth; raise awareness and social responsibilities of agriculture community, fishery community, and enterprises for plastic waste, and successfully achieve objectives of National strategy for general management of solid waste.
a) Period of 2021 - 2025
- Raise awareness of relevant parties regarding reducing plastic wastes in fishery sector:
+ At least 70% of farmers and fisherman in coastal areas, concentrated culturing areas, and fishery management personnel are publicized and trained regarding management and reduction of plastic waste;
+ At least 80% of management personnel of marine sanctuaries are trained and publicized regarding management and action for reducing plastic waste.
- Reduce use of materials and specialized equipment made of single-use plastic:
+ At least 10% of fishery vessels and fishery facilities replace several materials and specialized equipment with environmentally friendly materials or multiple-use plastic;
+ At least 30% of small-scale fishery processing facilities replace 30% of single-use plastic bag with environmentally friendly materials or multiple-use plastic.
- Increase percentage of collection, classification, reuse, and processing of plastic waste from fishery activities:
+ At least 50% of fishery vessels collect plastic waste, transport to shore in collection areas, and transport to processing entities;
+ At least 70% of fishery culturing facilities in fishery culturing areas collect and classify plastic waste in order to transport to entities capable of processing;
+ At least 50% of small fishery culturing facilities collect and classify plastic waste in facilities before transporting to entities capable of processing;
+ 100% of export processing facilities and at least 50% of small processing facilities collect and classify plastic waste before transporting to processing entities;
+ At least 70% of fish ports collect and classify plastic waste, and transport to processing entities.
- 100% of marine sanctuaries develop supervision plans and organize collection, classification of plastic waste and transport to processing entities.
- Developed database on marine plastic waste in fishery.
- Raise awareness of relevant parties regarding reducing plastic wastes in fishery sector:
+ 100% of farmers and fisherman in coastal areas, concentrated culturing areas, and fishery management personnel are publicized and trained regarding management and reduction of plastic waste;
+ 100% of management personnel of marine sanctuaries are trained and publicized regarding management and action for reducing plastic waste.
- Reduce use of materials and specialized equipment made of single-use plastic:
+ At least 20% of fishery vessels and fishery facilities replace several materials and specialized equipment with environmentally friendly materials or multiple-use plastic;
+ Reduce porous floats by 50% in aquaculture;
+ At least 80% of small-scale fishery processing facilities replace 30% of single-use plastic bag with environmentally friendly materials or multiple-use plastic.
- In case percentage of collection, classification, reuse, and processing of plastic waste from fishery activities:
+ 100% of fishery vessels collect plastic waste, transport to shore in collection areas, and transport to processing entities;
+ 70% of small fishery culturing facilities collect and classify plastic waste in facilities before transporting to entities capable of processing;
+ At least 80% of small processing facilities collect and classify plastic waste before transporting to competent entities;
+ 100% of fish ports collect and classify plastic waste, and transport to processing entities.
- Complete database on marine plastic waste in fishery.
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(seafood.vasep.com.vn) From the very beginning of 2026, India’s shrimp industry has received a series of favorable trade signals: U.S. reciprocal tariffs have been reduced, while the successful conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the EU has opened prospects for eliminating nearly all seafood tariffs in the coming years. This shift not only enables Indian shrimp to quickly offset declines in the U.S. market, but also reshapes the global competitive landscape, placing greater pressure on Vietnamese shrimp exporters in terms of price, market share, and strategic positioning.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Entering 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius industry is recording many positive signals, both in terms of raw fish prices and export prospects. Export turnover this year is projected to reach approximately USD 2.3 billion. Amid ongoing volatility in the global market, diversifying export destinations, reducing dependence on major markets, and effectively leveraging free trade agreements (FTAs) are considered key to maintaining sustainable growth and creating new momentum for the pangasius sector.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With forecasts indicating that weather conditions in 2026 may become more complex—featuring prolonged heatwaves, unseasonal rains, and increased salinity intrusion—the agricultural sector of Can Tho City advises brackish water shrimp farmers to strictly follow the seasonal farming calendar and strengthen pond environmental management to minimize risks and improve production efficiency.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On February 4, a working delegation led by the Authority of Telecommunications (Ministry of Science and Technology) met with the Management Board of Cat Lo Fishing Port (Phuoc Thang Ward, Ho Chi Minh City) to comprehensively review the installation of Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS), assess signal connectivity, and evaluate the effectiveness of information technology applications in fisheries management across the city.
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(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a range of synchronized solutions, from institutional improvements and strengthened communication to strict fleet control, Quang Ninh is stepping up efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, determined to join the country in soon having the European Commission’s (EC) “yellow card” lifted.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2025 closed with a remarkable milestone for Vietnam’s shrimp industry. According to Vietnam Customs, the country’s total shrimp export turnover in 2025 reached USD 4.6 billion, up 19% compared to 2024 and the highest level ever recorded.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) During the 2026–2030 period, Quang Tri province aims to convert 771 fishing vessels currently engaged in activities detrimental to marine resources and the ecological environment to more environmentally friendly fishing practices or shift entirely to other economic sectors.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) 2025 recorded a breakthrough growth in Vietnam’s tilapia exports, in which the U.S market emerging as the primary growth driver. The total export turnover of Vietnamese tilapia to the United States reached $53.15 million during the year, surging 173% year-on-year and accounting for 54% of Vietnam’s total tilapia export value, thereby making the U.S the largest import market for this commodity. Compared to 2024, tilapia exports to the U.S posted robust growth, reflecting the import demand as well as the ability of Vietnamese enterprises to capitalize on market opportunities amidst volatile global competitive dynamics.
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