10 JUNE 2025 • WORLD AQUACULTURE • WWW.WAS.ORG CHAPTER REPORTS Asian Pacific Chapter World Aquaculture 2025 is going to take place in Hyderabad, India from November 10 to 13, 2025. This event serves as a prominent global platform that unites participants from the entire aquaculture value chain, including industry experts, academics, research scientists, students, and entrepreneurs from diverse regions worldwide. India holds a pivotal position in the global aquaculture arena, boasting significant accomplishments such as: • Being the second largest aquaculture producer in the world. • Ranking as the third largest fish producer and the fourth largest seafood exporter. • Contributing over 10% to the global seafood supply. These achievements are not merely economic; they signify a crucial source of livelihood for millions of farmers and families, particularly in rural and coastal areas. Aquaculture in India is intricately woven into its socio-economic structure and is acknowledged as an essential contributor to job creation (over 14 million individuals), food security and nutritional support. The success of this sector is credited to the collaborative efforts of policymakers, research institutions, cooperatives, entrepreneurs, fishers, and fish farmers. Their collective endeavours have facilitated fish production, enhanced productivity, and ensured sustainability within the fisheries sector. India’s aquaculture sector prioritizes: • Sustainable practices to guarantee long-term productivity and ecological equilibrium. • Community-driven projects aimed at fostering equitable benefit-sharing. • Empowering women by involving them in aquaculture initiatives and enabling their active engagement in the industry. The event will feature a diverse range of technical sessions that will cover various scientific, technical, and industrial subjects. The plenary session will begin with Dr. Manuel Barange, the plenary speaker, who is the Assistant Director General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and also the Director of its Fisheries and Aquaculture Division. Furthermore, some sponsored sessions also will facilitate focused discussions led by prominent organizations or institutions. These sessions aim to disseminate innovative research findings, encourage networking and collaboration, and offer insights into India’s aquaculture research and best practices, which will be especially beneficial for international participants. World Aquaculture 2025 is set to be a significant event, providing a platform for knowledge sharing, business growth, and highlighting India’s role in the global aquaculture industry. Participants will acquire valuable insights, establish international connections, and observe the future of sustainable aquaculture in practice. Participation and Submissions: • Registration: Currently open and on-going. • Abstract Submission: Actively being accepted. Deadline for abstract submission: 31st August 2025. Submission guidelines can be found on the official event website. • Visa Information: Detailed visa assistance is also provided on the event’s website. • Trade Show Booking: Space is available and open for booking by interested exhibitors. To get more information about World Aquaculture 2025, Hyderabad, India, kindly visit the website: https://was.org/meeting/ code/WAI2025 — Bibha Kumari, President Global Engagement — WAM Online Edition Trends in both on-line visitors and their unique IP addresses confirm that World Aquaculture Magazine is reaching an increasingly large global audience. Connect with them!
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