Dr. Muizzu has pledged to set the minimum rate for fresh fish at MVR 20 and the lowest rate for bluefin tuna at MVR 80.
While speaking at the campaign rally in Meemu atoll Dhiggaru, Dr. Muizzu said that fisheries was one of the three major chapters in former President Abdulla Yameen’s manifesto, which the Malé City Mayor assured will be a top priority in his presidency as well.
Dr. Muizzu emphasized his commitment to establishing the minimum purchase rates for both fresh fish and bluefin tuna during his tenure. He highlighted the need for various initiatives to lower purchase costs and assured his intention to initiate efforts in that direction.
“Our policy would be to control the lowest fish purchase rate at MVR 20 nationwide based on the rates in the international fish market,” Dr. Muizzu said.
In addition to setting the bluefin tuna rate at MVR 80, Muizzu unveiled MVR 100 as the established minimum rate for A-grade bluefin tuna. He further committed to lowering petrol and diesel costs for fishermen, while also promising to launch an Initial Public Offering (IPO) for local fishermen in collaboration with the Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO).