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Cambodian exports of fresh and processed capture fisheries products saw a marked year-on-year drop in the January-July period, barely missing the 2,000 tonne mark, as a senior official noted that the Kingdom lags behind in technical expertise when it comes to turning raw fish and other aquatic species into higher-value items.

Cambodian exports of fresh and processed fisheries products saw a marked year-on-year drop in the January-July period, barely missing the 2,000-tonne mark.

Hun Ty Co Ltd, the sole company awarded the right to process iridescent shark catfish (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus) for export to China, is currently processing the first batch of 40 tonnes scheduled for Cambodia’s maiden trial shipment to Chinese shores next month, according to a senior fisheries official.