Manila, Nov. 15 -- Canada's extension of its dark vessel detection (DVD) program for the Philippines through 2033 shows the strong partnership between the Philippine and Canada in combatting illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing activities (IUUF), Philippine Ambassador to Canada Jose Victor Chan Gonzaga said Saturday.

Visiting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the extension of an agreement allowing the Philippines to use the DVD program for another seven years during his bilateral meeting with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on the sidelines of the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits.

"We welcome the Prime Minister's announcement that the Dark Vessel Detection Program will be extended until 2033. This underlines o...