http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12561/1562 2026-10-30T02:21:23Z 2026-10-30T02:21:23Z Ali, Mazalina Mat Piah, Rumeaida Mohamad, Abdullah Jaafar, Khairiah http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12561/3042 2026-10-21T07:47:26Z 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Implementation and Assessment of ASEAN Regional Plan of Action for Management of Fishing Capacity: PROJECT TERMINAL REPORT Ali, Mazalina; Mat Piah, Rumeaida; Mohamad, Abdullah; Jaafar, Khairiah Mazalina Ali, Rumeaida Mat Piah, Abdullah Mohamad, Khairiah Jaafar This Terminal Report was prepared by the Marine Fishery Resources Development and Management Department (SEAFDEC/MFRDMD) under the project “Implementation and Assessment of the ASEAN Regional Plan of Action for the Management of Fishing Capacity”, which was implemented from 2024 to 2026. The Project involved participation and contribution of SEAFDEC/MFRDMD, SEAFDEC Training Department (SEAFDEC/TD), the SEAFDEC Secretariat, and the participating ASEAN Member States (AMS), namely Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. The purpose of this Project Terminal Report is to compile and share the key findings, outcomes, and lessons learned from the Fishing Capacity Project. This report can serve as a reference document for AMS, SEAFDEC Department, and other relevant stakeholders in supporting the planning and implementation of future regional projects on the management of fishing capacity. The report also incorporates, where appropriate, the inputs, experiences, and recommendations provided by the participating AMS. Following its completion, this Terminal Report will be disseminated to AMS and SEAFDEC Departments, as well as relevant national and regional agencies and other stakeholders, as appropriate, to facilitate the sharing of knowledge, experiences, and lessons learned from the Project. The project was implemented in collaboration with ASEAN Member States (AMS), SEAFDEC Department, the SEAFDEC Secretariat, and relevant technical partners. Its activities focused on assessing the status national pelagic fisheries profiles, reviewing the implementation progress of the ASEAN Regional Plan of Action for the Management of Fishing Capacity (RPOA-Capacity) and ASEAN Guidelines for Preventing the Entry of Fish and Fishery Products from IUU Fishing Activities into the Supply Chain (ASEAN Guidelines IUU), strengthening existing fisheries information systems and mechanisms, developing practical and harmonised indicators for regional reporting, and documenting fisheries management strategies and success stories for selected pelagic fisheries.

2026-10-13T00:00:00Z Mazalina Ali, Muhammad Amirullah Al Amin Ayob, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12561/3041 2026-10-04T23:03:37Z 2026-10-04T00:00:00Z

Report on The Regional End-of-Project Evaluation Meeting on the Implementation and Assessment of the ASEAN Regional Plan of Action for the Management of Fishing Capacity : Hatten Hotel, Banda Hilir, Melaka, Malaysia 12-14 August 2026 Mazalina Ali, Muhammad Amirullah Al Amin Ayob, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar Mazalina Ali, Muhammad Amirullah Al Amin Ayob, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar Through three regional questionnaires, four Regional Technical Consultations, and a series of technical workshops, the project has collected, compiled, analyzed and assessed a wide range of information from ASEAN Member States, including the status of implementation of the RPOA-Capacity, fishing capacity, stock status, and fisheries information systems. Given the diversity of national systems and data availability across Member States. This project also falls under the ASEAN-Japan MIDORI Cooperation Plan. Under this Plan, Japan and ASEAN are working together toward sustainable and resilient agriculture and food systems, and this project makes an important contribution to the sound management of fishery resources. ASEAN has also entered a new phase under the ASEAN Food, Agriculture and Forestry Sectoral Plan 2026–2030 (FAF-SP). The new Plan clearly identifies the promotion of sustainable fisheries as a priority, including preventing overfishing and maintaining healthy fish stocks through ecosystem-based fisheries management and sustainable fishing practices.

2026-10-04T00:00:00Z Mazalina Ali, Che Azlan Taib, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12561/3040 2026-10-03T21:56:19Z 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Implementation and Assessment of ASEAN Regional Plan of Action for Management of Fishing Capacity: PROJECT TERMINAL EVALUATION (APRIL 2024 - AUGUST 2026) Mazalina Ali, Che Azlan Taib, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar Mazalina Ali, Che Azlan Taib, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar The Project Terminal Evaluation for ‘Implementation and Assessment of the ASEAN Regional Plan of Action for the Management of Fishing Capacity’ project marks the conclusion of more than two years of collaborative effort among ASEAN Member States (AMSs), SEAFDEC/MFRDMD, and the Department of Fisheries Malaysia. Initiated in April 2024 and extended under a No-Cost Extension until October 2026, the project was designed to strengthen regional cooperation in addressing transboundary fishing capacity issues and to advance sustainable fisheries management. Through seventeen activities, the project successfully delivered six key outputs: the assessment of fishing capacity; the compilation and enhancement of fisheries information systems and mechanisms; the standardization of simple, practical indicators; the compilation and evaluation of pelagic species management strategies; the publication of the terminal report; and comprehensive project monitoring and evaluation. The Project Terminal Evaluation (PTE) report provides a comprehensive assessment of project implementation and achievements, along with recommendations and lessons learned. It underscores the critical role of coordinated national planning and regional cooperation in ensuring the sustainable management of fishing capacity across Southeast Asia. Over 30 months, seventeen activities were implemented to achieve six targeted outputs, culminating in the Project Terminal Evaluation (PTE). The PTE employed document review, structured interviews, and surveys, using a 19‑question instrument with both Likert‑scale and open‑ended items. The evaluation scored 4.34 out of 5 (87%), rated Highly Satisfactory. Project activities were largely implemented within the planned timeframe and budget. Coordination among SEAFDEC/MFRDMD, DOF Malaysia, and AMS was effective, with only minor delays in data consolidation. Resources were utilized efficiently, ensuring cost‑effective delivery of workshops and technical support. The project remained highly relevant to regional challenges in managing pelagic fisheries overcapacity, while stakeholders emphasized the importance of shared governance, cross‑border data sharing, and targeted capacity‑building to advance national and regional objectives

2026-10-01T00:00:00Z Mazalina Ali, Rumeaida Mat Piah, Abdullah Mohamad, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12561/2946 2025-12-11T19:31:50Z 2025-12-11T00:00:00Z

Report on The Current Status of the Regional Fisheries Information Systems/Mechanisms in AMSs Mazalina Ali, Rumeaida Mat Piah, Abdullah Mohamad, Mohammad Faisal Md Saleh, Khairiah Jaafar Strong fisheries information systems and effective management mechanisms are vital for balancing sustainable resource use with the socio-economic needs of fishing communities. Systematic data collection and utilization enhance transparency, support evidence-based policymaking, and contribute to the long-term sustainability of fisheries. A comprehensive review of the fisheries information systems and mechanisms across all ASEAN Member States (AMSs) has been completed. The findings shared in this report provide a solid foundation for strengthening ASEAN collaboration and guiding future strategies that promote responsible fisheries management and ensure the sustainability of regional fishery resources. All nine (9) AMSs collect formal fishing and effort data for licensed vessels, only Indonesia and Thailand conduct data collection to unlicensed vessels. Similar gaps are observed in records of vessel types and fishing gears. Although registration and licensing procedures vary across countries, all AMSs maintain records of fishing gears used by licensed vessels except in Singapore where regulations stipulate that each vessel may operate only a single gear type. Overall, the region demonstrates strong data systems for licensed fleets but continues to face limitations in documenting unlicensed fishing activities.

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