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Maldives Records Sharp Decline in Fish Exports

Maldives fish exports from January to October 2024 totaled 33,994 metric tonnes of tuna, a 46.1% decline from 63,071 metric tonnes in the same period of 2023, according to data from the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). The decrease amounts to 29,076 metric tonnes. Skipjack tuna was the top export at 19,614 metric tonnes. Exports were consistently lower throughout 2024 except in August. Yellowfin tuna exports reached 7,632 metric tonnes, while canned and poached fish exports were 4,802 metric tonnes as of October.

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Maldives fish exports from January to October 2024 totaled 33,994 metric tonnes of tuna, a 46.1% decline from 63,071 metric tonnes in the same period of 2023, according to data from the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). The decrease amounts to 29,076 metric tonnes. Skipjack tuna was the top export at 19,614 metric tonnes. Exports were consistently lower throughout 2024 except in August. Yellowfin tuna exports reached 7,632 metric tonnes, while canned and poached fish exports were 4,802 metric tonnes as of October.

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