![Sri Lanka sees no need for talks with India on island it ceded decades ago Sri Lanka sees no need for talks with India on island it ceded decades ago](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61689258006_srilanka.jpg)
Sri Lanka sees no need for talks with India on island it ceded decades ago
The fishermen of both countries have occasionally violated the pact on the waters around the uninhabited island, called Katchatheevu.
Thu Apr 04 2024
![Chinese navy's presence in South China Sea is 'worrisome', says Philippine president Chinese navy's presence in South China Sea is 'worrisome', says Philippine president](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61709115356_ScarboroughShoalS.jpg)
Chinese navy's presence in South China Sea is 'worrisome', says Philippine president
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the navy vessels will not deter the Philippines from defending its maritime territory and protecting fishermen.
Wed Feb 28 2024
![Philippines looking into ramming incident in South China Sea - president Philippines looking into ramming incident in South China Sea - president](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/81681474443_BongbongMarcos.jpg)
Philippines looking into ramming incident in South China Sea - president
Three Filipino fishermen were killed in a ramming incident that sank their boat in the South China Sea, Ferdinand Marcos Jr said.
Wed Oct 04 2023
![Philippines to remove barrier placed by China in South China Sea - national security advisor Philippines to remove barrier placed by China in South China Sea - national security advisor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/81695629227_YWGYJNIKWCWSM.jpg)
Philippines to remove barrier placed by China in South China Sea - national security advisor
National security advisor Eduardo Ano condemned the installation of floating barriers by the Chinese coast guard, saying it violated the traditional fishing rights of Philippines' fishermen.
Mon Sep 25 2023
![Stop politicising PSI project Stop politicising PSI project](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/51691150630_GEORGETOWNMasterplan.jpg)
Stop politicising PSI project
Fajinah Jaafar said the site of the PSI project is far from where the coastal fishermen carry out their fishing activities.
Fri Aug 04 2023
![PSI: Fishing activities take place much further from reclamation site PSI: Fishing activities take place much further from reclamation site](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/71684131111_TBnelayan.jpg)
PSI: Fishing activities take place much further from reclamation site
The Penang South Island (PSI) development will neither stop fishermen from fishing nor threaten food security as most fishing activities take place much further from the reclamation site.
Mon May 15 2023
![PM announces additional initiatives in 2023 budget PM announces additional initiatives in 2023 budget](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/71679931235_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM announces additional initiatives in 2023 budget
Anwar said the increase is the biggest aid the government has ever given to fishermen, paddy farmers and rubber smallholders.
Wed Mar 29 2023
![Militants kill at least 25 in Nigeria's Borno state Militants kill at least 25 in Nigeria's Borno state](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-05/81494647447_bokoharamflag.jpg)
Militants kill at least 25 in Nigeria's Borno state
A resident who escaped said the insurgents who killed the fishermen, suspected them of providing information to the military.
Fri Mar 10 2023
![Parliament to focus on foreign fishermen encroachment, foreign workers entry today Parliament to focus on foreign fishermen encroachment, foreign workers entry today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/81676365105_AgongParlimen.jpg)
Parliament to focus on foreign fishermen encroachment, foreign workers entry today
Encroachment by foreign fishermen and efforts to speed up the entry of foreign workers are among the focus of the Dewan Rakyat sitting today.
Wed Feb 15 2023
![India, Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear facilities, prisoners India, Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear facilities, prisoners](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/61672572369_TBINDIAPAKISTAN.jpg)
India, Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear facilities, prisoners
India and Pakistan have exchanged lists of nuclear facilities, as well as civilian prisoners and fishermen in their custody.
Sun Jan 01 2023
![Philippines hunts for 26 still missing after weekend weather disaster Philippines hunts for 26 still missing after weekend weather disaster](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51672215221_MANILA.jpg)
Philippines hunts for 26 still missing after weekend weather disaster
Search and rescue operations continue, led by the coast guard as most of them were missing fishermen, Mariano said.
Wed Dec 28 2022
![Malaysia, Indonesia determined to create friendly fishing waters Malaysia, Indonesia determined to create friendly fishing waters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51672141755_botnelayanasing.jpg)
Malaysia, Indonesia determined to create friendly fishing waters
Malaysia and Indonesia are committed to creating ideal and friendly waters for fishermen and communities on the coasts of both countries.
Tue Dec 27 2022
![Fishermen advised to register with associations recognised by LKIM to enjoy benefits Fishermen advised to register with associations recognised by LKIM to enjoy benefits](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/61672039671_LKIMbanjirnelayan.jpg)
Fishermen advised to register with associations recognised by LKIM to enjoy benefits
Fishermen are advised to register with associations that are recognised by the LKIM to facilitate the process of channelling assistance to them in the event of a disaster.
Mon Dec 26 2022
![Over 8,000 Fishermen Registration Cards issued as of November in Sabah Over 8,000 Fishermen Registration Cards issued as of November in Sabah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/61667989305_TBnelayanudangbe.jpg)
Over 8,000 Fishermen Registration Cards issued as of November in Sabah
James Ratib said the fishermen would be able eligible to apply for the Fisherman's Living Allowance of RM300 per month and oil subsidy.
Thu Dec 01 2022
![MTL: MMEA advises fishermen to take extra precautions MTL: MMEA advises fishermen to take extra precautions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/61667989305_TBnelayanudangbe.jpg)
MTL: MMEA advises fishermen to take extra precautions
Mohd Khairulanuar said that from January until yesterday, a total of 18 search operations involving 54 victims had been carried out.
Wed Nov 16 2022