Reporter's Notebook

Preventing Accidents in Taiwan’s Fishing Fleet


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Reporter John Van Trieste looks at why accidents on Taiwan’s fishing boats remain so common, with nearly half of recent marine incidents involving the fleet and most deaths tied to fishing vessels. For World Fisheries Day, he speaks with survivors, advocates, and safety inspectors about the biggest risks on board — from dangerous wiring to missing life jackets — and what authorities say they’re doing to make these boats safer.



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Reporter's NotebookBy TaiwanPlus News