Vietnam Customs met with Tanzanian and Namibian customs and fisheries authorities under the UNODC‑led FISHNET‑II project to strengthen cooperation against “illegal fishing and trade in CITES‑listed species,” focusing on information sharing, legal frameworks, and emerging violation methods. The initiative aims to improve supply chain controls and support Vietnam’s efforts to have the EU’s “yellow card” warning lifted.

Following policy‑level meetings, the regional customs office in Haiphong conducted technical exchanges and a site visit to Dinh Vu Port, where the delegation assessed Vietnam’s inspection infrastructure and operational procedures. The collaboration is part of a broader push to combat fisheries crime and protect marine resources through enhanced international coordination.