http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12066/5765 2026-05-06T10:15:32Z 2026-05-06T10:15:32Z Jaroonpongsawat, Saruttaya Chanpraserth, Pou Bora, Phoeun Pattarapongpan, Supapong http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12066/7661 2026-04-20T19:30:54Z 2025-05-01T00:00:00Z

Assessing the Effectiveness of Fishery Refugia for Blood Cockle (Tegillarca granosa) in Sihanouk Province, Cambodia Jaroonpongsawat, Saruttaya; Chanpraserth, Pou; Bora, Phoeun; Pattarapongpan, Supapong Blood cockle (Tegillarca granosa) is a crucial bivalve species contributing to the economy of Cambodia. The blood cockle refugia site was established in Prey Nop 2, Sihanouk, Cambodia in 2006 to ensure the future stock of the resources. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the blood cockle refugia site considering fishery and population dynamics perspectives. The respondents of this study were all females (n = 25) who collect blood cockle as a supplementary source of income. The collection method inside the refugia site is restricted only to hand collection. For the population dynamics, the blood cockle samples inside the refugia site exhibited a positive allometric growth pattern and a higher Pauly’s condition factor (K) than those from other sampling sites. A greater percentage of the blood cockle larger than the size at first maturity inside the refugia site was strong evidence of the effectiveness of the refugia site and can be used as a scientific reference for the development of more effective management measures.

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Fish for the People Vol.23 No.3 This special issue of “Fish for the People” features the articles developed by the Regional Fisheries Policy Network (RFPN) Members in 2025 for Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, and Viet Nam during their secondment at the SEAFDEC Secretariat in Bangkok, Thailand, for a one-year term. Implemented by SEAFDEC since 2007, the RFPN program has played a critical role in enhancing policy dialogue and fostering regional and sub-regional cooperation in fisheries among the ASEAN Member States (AMSs).

2025-12-01T00:00:00Z Sunhai, Khan http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12066/7650 2026-01-05T19:31:13Z 2025-12-01T00:00:00Z

Bolstering Legal and Policy Frameworks Toward Effective Management of Fisheries in Cambodia Sunhai, Khan The fisheries sector is a cornerstone of the economy of Cambodia, providing livelihoods for over 1.2 million people and serving as a vital source of animal protein. Despite notable progress in resource management, aquaculture development, and conservation efforts, the sector faces persistent challenges including illegal fishing, habitat degradation, high production costs, and environmental impacts from climate change. The government has implemented a comprehensive legal and policy framework—centered on the Law on Fisheries (2006) and subsequent amendments—alongside community-based management, protected areas, and regional cooperation initiatives. These measures have contributed to increased fishery yields and improved resource stewardship; however, enforcement gaps, socioeconomic pressures, and environmental variability continue to hinder sustainable management. Moving forward, adaptive, inclusive, and innovative strategies are essential to address these complexities, ensuring the resilience of the country’s fisheries sector and the well-being of dependent communities. This article underscores the importance of strengthened enforcement, stakeholder engagement, and climate-resilient policies to realize the sector’s full potential for sustainable development.

2025-12-01T00:00:00Z Saragih, Rina Fariani http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12066/7649 2026-01-05T19:31:12Z 2025-12-01T00:00:00Z

Authorizing Coastal Communities in Fisheries Surveillance: lessons from implementing formal and customary laws in Indonesia Saragih, Rina Fariani Indonesia, as an archipelagic nation, faces persistent challenges in managing its vast marine and fishery resources, particularly the continuing illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing that causes significant economic and environmental losses. To address inadequate supervision, the government established the Kelompok Masyarakat Pengawas (Pokmaswas) (community-based surveillance group), a formal community surveillance groups operating under state law, alongside existing traditional governance systems known as Masyarakat Hukum Adat (MHA) (customary law communities), which function under customary law frameworks such as Panglima Laot (sea commander) and Awig-awig (customary law). Using the institutional analysis and development (IAD) framework, this article features the dynamics and potential synergy between Pokmaswas and MHA. The analysis revealed a substantial overlap in the action arenas as both institutions manage similar coastal and marine resources within often intersecting formal and customary zones. This overlap resulted in functional convergence, particularly in handling violations. Rather than being redundant, such convergence provides opportunities for institutional strengthening: Pokmaswas contributes formal legal authority for addressing major infractions, while MHA provides deep-rooted social legitimacy, effective customary sanctions, and high community compliance. Together, they can bridge the weaknesses of Pokmaswas, such as bureaucratic limitations and resource constraints, by leveraging the trust and local influence of MHA.

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