Almost 2,500 illegal fishing traps and nets have been seized by the Coastguard in the last two months, the Interior Ministry announced in a statement.
The total of 2,485 seized illegal tools included 2,411 banned fishing traps and 74 fishing nets.
The Coastguard noted that these efforts were part of a campaign to ensure that fishermen comply with laws and regulations, to safeguard Bahrain’s marine environment and natural resources.
Necessary legal measures have been taken regarding these violations.
The Coastguard Command called on all fishermen to adhere to the laws and regulations.
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