Problem of pollution threatening Philippine fish supplies
The Aquino government has started implementing measures to address the problem of pollution threatening the country’s fish supplies, a Malacanang official said on Saturday.
During an interview aired over government-run dzRB Radyo ng Bayan on Saturday, Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte said the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) are now working actively to prevent and eliminate marine pollution.
“Nakikipag-coordinate po ang Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resource sa ilalim ni Attorney Asis Perez para ma-dismantle ng mga local government units ang mga illegal pens,” Valte said.
In coordination with other concerned government agencies, the BFAR continues to intensify its efforts towards the complete elimination of the practice of dumping of pollutants that endanger the marine environment.
Valte assured the public that the Aquino government remains steadfast in its drive to prevent air, land and water pollution.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Ramon J.P. Paje vowed to further enhance the country’s air quality management program in the wake of a report that air pollution remains one of the three major health issues confronting the nation, according to Valte.