Fish imports soared in recent years due to loose importation policies, prompting the Department of Agriculture (DA) to tighten controls to protect local fishers and aquaculture producers. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. told lawmakers on Monday that questionable practices in the previous administration included allowing shipments to be unloaded in private ports instead of government-run facilities.

Romero, M. B. (2025, September 17). DA wants tighter controls on fish imports. Daily Tribune, p. B12.