HCM City, Oct. 3 -- Fishermen in the southwestern coastal provinces are playing an increasingly active role in Vietnam's efforts to remove the European Commission's (EC) "yellow card" warning regarding illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

Alongside enforcement agencies, they have shown strong responsibility, contributing vessels and resources, and serving as "extended arms" of border guards in raising awareness, safeguarding maritime sovereignty, and protecting aquatic resources. In An Giang province, many fishermen have become a core force in preventing IUU violations. Among them, Ong Xuan Hien from Ha Tien ward has for years encouraged others to join models such as the "Safe Vessel Team" and "Solidarity Team at Sea," whil...