A new partnership between the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Region III is set to bring expanded livelihood opportunities to the coastal town of Casiguran in Aurora through the development of marine-based industries.
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has unveiled a comprehensive national framework to guide the conservation and sustainable management of sharks, rays, and chimaeras in Philippine waters—marking a significant policy milestone amid growing concerns over marine biodiversity loss.