The 6th National Sardines Industry Congress and Trade Exhibit concluded Saturday with members of the industry and their workers expressing high hope that the government will listen to their plea to reverse some provisions of the present fishery law. Southern Philippines Deep Sea Fishing Association Vice President Engr. Jaydrick Johnson A. Yap said the 1998 Fishery Law should be amended to tailor the needs of the fishing industry as it was not science-based. Yap also presented the problem and the role of commercial fishers in uplifting the life of municipal fishers in this part of the country.

Lacson, N. (2023, November 19). Sardine congress brings hope to fishers. Daily Tribune, p. B15.