Scientists and Amorgos’ local fishing professionals reflect on’Amorgorama’, the initiative that aims to protect the marine environment and sustainably manage fisheries

“It is our responsibility to guarantee that the laws apply to everyone. We cannot apply restrictions here while across the water, fishing continues unchecked. Cooperation with Turkey is essential,” Mitsotakis said.

The initiative, dubbed "Amorgorama", was announced during a teleconference that included Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

The man, described as an amateur fisherman, told hospital staff he unwittingly ate a piece of octopus, along with the unseen hooks, he himself had caught

The Dutch non-profit Healthy Seas has identified 150 possible locations of ghost fish farms and related waste along Greece's coastline, and is working to clean it up

In 2023, Greece's fish farms produced 685 million euros worth of fish and exported 80% of it to 37 countries

Reflecting on the recent two-day Conference in Elefsina on Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Fishing Tourism, the Minister of Rural Development and Food underlined the pressing need for enhanced water management in light of escalating climate impacts.

Global fisheries and aquaculture production reached 218 million tonnes in 2021 and the industry is expected to keep growing, sparking concerns about the sustainability of fishing stocks, particularly in light of climate change, and catalyzing efforts on traceability