Ca mau: The southernmost province of Ca Mau is intensifying efforts to eliminate illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, with authorities pledging to completely end incidents involving local fishing vessels and fishermen operating illegally in foreign waters. One of the province's key tasks for 2026 will be the comprehensive management of its fishing fleet. Authorities plan to review and inspect all fishing vessels in the province to verify their registration, inspection certificates, operating licenses, and installation of voyage monitoring systems (VMS). Meanwhile, accurate data management is central to fisheries oversight. Information relating to fishing vessels, violations, and seafood traceability must meet the standards of being 'accurate, complete, clean, and live', with continuous updates integrated into the national fisheries database (VNFishbase) and Vietnam electronic identification (VneID). According to Vietnam News Agency, these measures are part of a broader strategy to enhance the sustainability of Ca Mau's fishing industry. The province is focusing on improving monitoring systems and ensuring compliance with international regulations. Authorities are committed to enforcing strict measures to prevent illegal activities in the fishing sector while also promoting sustainable practices among local fishermen. The integration of VMS and VNFishbase is seen as a critical step towards achieving these goals, enabling real-time tracking and data collection to support enforcement efforts and promote transparency within the industry.