Dak Lak, Jan. 9 -- The central province of Dak Lak has approved a project to support occupational transition in fisheries, seen as an urgent solution to help protect ecosystems, ensure compliance with legal regulations, and combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. According to the provincial People's Committee, the fisheries sector has faced mounting difficulties and challenges in recent years, particularly as aquatic resources have declined sharply while the number of fishing vessels has expanded rapidly, exceeding sustainable limits. As of December 5, 2025, Dak Lak had 2,556 fishing vessels, with an annual marine catch of around 68,000 tonnes. An estimated 2,900 workers are in need of occupational transition, as most ha...