DHAKA, Jan 14, 2024 (BSS) - Fisheries and Livestock Minister Md Abdur Rahman
today said export volume in the fisheries sector will increase through
collecting marine fishes.

"There is huge potentiality of marine fishes . . . we have plan to collect
more marine fishes to export to different countries," he made the comments
while talking to journalists at his ministry here, an official release said
today.

After taking the oath as a minister on January 11, Abdur Rahman assumed
office today and said the fisheries and livestock sector has made a
significant contribution to the life and livelihood alongside meeting demand
of proteins of 18 crore people.

In reply to a question of a journalist, the minister said, "We have a plan to
ensure availability of proteins aiming to meet domestic demands."

He said the government has attached highest priority to keep prices of eggs,
milk, meat and fishes under purchasing capacity of commoners during the holy
month of Ramadan.

Earlier, the minister exchanged views with officials and employees of the
Fisheries and Livestock Ministry.