Cambodia's Kampong Thom Cracks Down on Illegal Fishing Gear, Strengthens Resource Protection
Kampong Thom Province, Cambodia, has launched a crackdown on illegal fishing gear to protect fishery resources. Major General Som Son is intensifying efforts against illegal fishing during the closed season, aiming for sustainable use of aquatic resources vital to local livelihoods.
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