“巩固好已经取得的成果”——长江禁渔五年观察

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the ten-year fishing ban on the Yangtze River has shown significant positive effects on the ecosystem, leading to the recovery of aquatic biodiversity and resources, while also providing new livelihoods for former fishermen [1][2][8]. Group 1: Ecological Recovery - The Yangtze River's aquatic biodiversity is gradually recovering, with the population of Yangtze finless porpoises increasing to 1,249 in 2022, up by 237 from 2017 [3][4]. - Key species have returned, indicating a healthier ecological chain; for instance, the population of Chinese paddlefish has increased to four times its pre-ban level in certain areas [4]. - The overall resource density in the Yangtze River has risen by 9.5% year-on-year, and the number of indigenous fish species has increased by 36 since the ban [4][14]. Group 2: Habitat Restoration - Significant efforts have been made to restore aquatic habitats, including the removal of 342 small hydropower stations in the Chishui River, enhancing water connectivity [5]. - The ecological compensation funding for fishing-related projects has increased from 13% in 2021 to 76% [6]. Group 3: Support for Former Fishermen - The fishing ban has affected 231,000 former fishermen, with many transitioning to new livelihoods such as eco-tourism and aquaculture [8][10]. - Training programs and job fairs have been organized, providing nearly 20,000 job opportunities in various sectors for former fishermen [11][12]. - By September 30, 2023, all 142,000 employable former fishermen had transitioned to new jobs, and 220,000 had secured basic pension insurance [12]. Group 4: Regulatory and Enforcement Measures - The government has strengthened law enforcement against illegal fishing, with a focus on improving the capabilities of fishing law enforcement agencies [13][14]. - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has emphasized the need for a coordinated approach to manage the Yangtze River ecosystem effectively [19]. Group 5: Future Directions - The government plans to optimize and enhance policies for the remaining five years of the fishing ban, focusing on ecological restoration and biodiversity monitoring [19][20].