Aqaba: The Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) announced on Wednesday that all forms of fishing, both commercial and recreational, will be halted starting Thursday until April 30.
According to Jordan News Agency, the decision marks the fourth consecutive year of this initiative and is part of ASEZA's efforts to preserve fish stocks of species native to the Gulf of Aqaba. The ban aims to protect fish during the critical spawning and breeding period and is based on positive outcomes from previous fishing bans, which resulted in noticeable improvements in fish stocks.
The authority stated that the order to suspend fishing was made in agreement and consultation with associations and stakeholders within the fishing sector. ASEZA has pledged to work closely with the local community to achieve a balance between marine environment protection and the sustainability of this vital sector.