Egypt have cancelled a decree which allowed companies to collect reef fish and export them to Europe and other markets .According to the Hurghada Environmental Protection and Conservation Association (HEPCA), the previous decision had a devastating effect on nature and on the coral reef condition in the whole area. HEPCA launched a huge campaign against this decision and lobbied with other agencies, enthusiastic individuals, and major media representatives.
As a result of the decision HEPCA have ceased legal actions against the Minister's old decree.
Further Reading: http://www.hepca.com/
1 comment:
That is great news. Well done Egyptian government! Reef fish belong in the see and not in a tank.
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