Summary
The group helps countries fish safely far from land.
Indian boats can now catch fish like squid and toothfish in the deep ocean.
The rules try to keep the sea animals healthy.
Key Points
4 points1
India became a full member of the Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement.
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Indian fishing boats can now fish in the high seas with special permission.
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The agreement works to stop illegal and careless fishing.
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Scientists from India will share research about ocean animals.
New Words to Learn
6 wordsSouthern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement
A big agreement where many countries work together to protect and manage fish in the southern part of the Indian Ocean.
high seas
Very far away from any country's coast, in open ocean water.
squid
A sea animal that looks like a long, soft fish with tentacles.
toothfish
A deep‑sea fish that is big and tasty.
illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing
Fishing that breaks the rules, is not told to anyone, and is not watched by anyone.
sustainable
Doing something in a way that does not hurt the environment and can keep going for a long time.
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