„Greu de detectat”. O navă chineză a fost prinsă cu aripioare de rechin interzise, la bord, în Pacific

A Chinese vessel was detained in Kiribati for illegal shark finning, highlighting ongoing issues with this banned practice in the Pacific. The ship was found with shark fins on board during a surveillance operation involving multiple Pacific nations. Despite having permission to navigate Kiribati's waters, the vessel was seized after inspectors discovered the fins, leading to further investigations. The shark fin trade remains a significant concern due to its impact on shark populations and the challenges in enforcing bans. Recent research indicates illegal trade persists, with evidence of fins from various Pacific regions being sold in markets.