President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has decided not to allow set-line fishing in Maldives.

The Cabinet on 13 June approved set-line fishing in Maldives, which garnered concerns from fishermen and various organisations demanding the government to reverse the decision.

The President's Office (PO) on Thursday said that President Dr. Muizzu has decided not to allow set-line fishing, taking into consideration the concerns shared by the fishermen.

According to PO, the President will meet with the fishermen and all other relevant stakeholders to discuss the decision.

PO further stated that the government has always strived to bring about positive changes in the country by adopting the policies of the government so that people's concerns can be addressed properly by listening to the views and discussions of the people.

The government opened the door for allowing set-line fishing based on the experience of set-line fishing in the last few years.