The 2023 International Training Workshop on Mariculture Technologies, held in Qingdao last week has inspired Pakistani scholars to develop sustainable aquaculture practices in Gwadar. Focusing on advanced aquaculture techniques, the workshop provided scholars from various countries, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Ghana, with valuable knowledge and expertise, enabling them to contribute to the growth and sustainability of aquaculture in the region, Gwadar Pro reported on Monday.
Aidah Baloch, a PhD scholar at the Ocean University of China (OUC) College of Fisheries, specializing in Fisheries Resources and with a passion for promoting sustainable aquaculture practices in Pakistan, was selected to participate in the workshop.
During the workshop, she actively engaged in various sessions and discussions with renowned experts, particularly those from the Yellow Sea Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences. One of the highlights of the workshop was the practical training sessions, during which participants had the opportunity to visit mariculture facilities and observe firsthand the implementation of different technologies.
Along with other participants, Aidah took part in the China-ASEAN Fisheries Cooperation Forum & 26th China International Fisheries Expo and visited mariculture enterprises and research and development bases, gaining valuable experience and insights into the practical aspects of mariculture.
