PNG and Philippines looking at fishing agreement
The Philippines government is tackling a decline in its fish production by seeking agreements with neighbouring countries that have vast shorelines and abundant marine resources.
Philippines agriculture secretary, Proceso Alcala, says Papua New Guinea could be one of the first countries to sign on to the agreement.
Mr Alcala says the Philippines hopes to sign a fishing and agricultural deal with PNG soon.
Manila is in talks with the Pacific nation to be granted fishing rights for a fee.
The Philippines has also suggested extending technical assistance to PNG in its rice production, using the Philippines' expertise and technical know-how in agricultural farming.
Fish production in the Philippines fell by nearly four percent in 2012 due to a closed fishing season on several areas in its high seas to allow the fish to spawn.
The fishing ban that began in November is expected to be lifted this month or in March.
Radio Australia
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