A local fisherman examines his catch on July 30, 2023 in the Indian Ocean near Lhok Paroy district in Aceh Besar regency, Aceh. Students at the School of Maritime and Fisheries at Syah Kuala University recommended the use of fish traps to improve fish quality and maintain industry sustainability.

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