President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has marked Fishermen’s Day with a powerful tribute to the men and women who have carried the nation’s oldest profession across centuries. He described fishing as a defining pillar of Maldivian life, rooted in skill, resilience, and cultural heritage from the earliest island settlements to the present day.
The President noted that fish remains the primary staple food for Maldivians, reinforcing the central role of fisheries in both national identity and food security. He reiterated that expanding the sector, increasing output, and raising the incomes of fishing families stand among the government’s top priorities.
According to the President, the administration is working to modernise fishing practices, improve sector wide infrastructure, and open new economic opportunities for fishermen across all regions. These reforms aim to maximise national gains from fisheries while ensuring that fishing communities benefit directly and sustainably from sector growth.
In his post, President Muizzu extended sincere greetings to all individuals and families connected to the industry and prayed for continued blessings and protection for the Maldives fishermen.
He concluded by underscoring that his government has already begun delivering on key pledges made to the fisheries sector. These achievements include faster procurement of essential equipment, streamlined access to ice and fuel, improved rates for fishermen in multiple atolls, and strengthened support mechanisms for vessel owners. The President affirmed that these fulfilled commitments mark only the beginning of a broader transformation designed to elevate the fishing industry and safeguard its prosperity for future generations.
