China extends helping hand in aquaculture

China will make more contributions to the sustainable development of the global fishing industry under the Belt and Road Initiative, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.

China is the world's largest aquaculture producer and it can give full play to its technological and talent advantages in the field while cooperating with other developing countries, the ministry said.

"We hope to work with others involved in the BRI to develop the fishing industry ... and make breakthroughs in aquaculture," it said. "Through cooperation we can provide technology, talent and financial support for developing aquaculture, including the cultivation and processing of aquatic products."