Abu Dhabi: Fisherman fined Dh50,000 for exceeding daily fishing limit

A recreational fisherman was fined Dh50,000 for exceeding the daily limit allowed for fishing, the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi said on Friday.

The move comes in continuation of the agency's efforts to protect marine resources and ensure their sustainability for future generations.

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In a post on Instagram, the agency called on owners of recreational boats to adhere to the regulations and laws to preserve marine resources.

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Fishing is not only an economic activity in the Emirates but also one that many take part in for leisure. To protect the region's marine diversity, the UAE has set in place laws, clarified specific seasons as well as restrictions to regulate fishing in the country.

These laws are directed towards ending overfishing, illegal, unreported and unregulated and destructive fishing practices and implement science-based management plans, in order to restore fish stocks in the shortest time feasible.