14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum to Begin Tomorrow in Delhi
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Synopsis
The 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum, themed 'Greening the Blue Growth in Asia-Pacific,' kicks off in Delhi on February 12, hosting around 1,000 delegates from 24 countries. The event emphasizes India's role in sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, showcasing innovations and fostering international collaborations.
Key Takeaways
- Theme: Greening the Blue Growth in Asia-Pacific
- Participants: Approximately 1,000 delegates from 24 countries
- Inauguration: Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Minister of Fisheries
- Key Symposia: Focus on aquatic animal diseases and shrimp aquaculture
- Closing Ceremony: Chief guest Bhagirath Choudhary
New Delhi, Feb 11 (NationPress) The 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum, themed “Greening the Blue Growth in Asia-Pacific,” is set to commence in Delhi on Wednesday (February 12), bringing together approximately 1,000 delegates from 24 countries, including researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders.
The Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (AFAF) is a triennial event organized by the Asian Fisheries Society, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This three-day event, the 14th AFAF, is being jointly organized by the Asian Fisheries Society, Kuala Lumpur, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the Department of Fisheries, and the Asian Fisheries Society Indian Branch (AFSIB), Mangalore. This significant forum is hosted in India for the second time, following the 8th AFAF in Kochi back in 2007.
Hosting the 14th AFAF in India after 18 years underscores the nation’s growing stature in the global fisheries and aquaculture sector. With a rapidly evolving blue economy, forward-thinking government strategies, and major scientific breakthroughs, India has emerged as a pivotal force in sustainable fisheries and aquaculture.
Currently, India ranks second in the world for total fish production and aquaculture output. The forum aims to showcase India’s contributions, bolster international collaborations, and advocate for innovative methods promoting sustainable, resilient, and economically viable fish production systems.
The AFAF has a rich history of enhancing global cooperation within the industry, having been successfully held in various Asian countries since its inception.
The forum will be inaugurated by Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, ICAR Convention Centre, Pusa Campus, New Delhi.
The event will feature over 20 Lead Presentations by esteemed experts from India and abroad.
On the second day, a Symposium on “Aquatic Animal Diseases: Emerging Challenges and Preparedness” will take place at 09:00 AM on February 13, 2025, at the A.P. Shinde Auditorium, NASC Complex, Pusa Campus, New Delhi. The Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, George Kurian, will inaugurate the symposium.
The third day will feature the Academia-Industry-Government Meet on 'De-risking Shrimp Aquaculture Value Chain for Improved Global Competitiveness' at 09:00 AM at the Parijat Lecture Hall, Ground Floor, NAAS Block, NASC, New Delhi on February 14, 2025. Dr B. Mastan Rao, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), will inaugurate this meet.
The closing ceremony of the 14th AFAF will be held at 4:30 PM on February 14, 2025, at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, ICAR Convention Centre, Pusa Campus, New Delhi. Bhagirath Choudhary, Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, will grace the occasion as chief guest.
