Da Nang, June 11 -- Alongside maritime law enforcement forces, more than 100 fisheries associations and fishermen's self-management groups in Da Nang city have become key players in combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, contributing to Vietnam's efforts to secure the removal of the European Commission (EC)'s "yellow card" warning. Colonel Tran Tien Hien, Commander of the Da Nang Border Guard Command, said the central city has a long coastline, vast fishing grounds and more than 4,200 fishing vessels, including thousands operating in deep-sea areas. Beyond their role in economic development, local fishermen also contribute to safeguarding national sovereignty, maintaining maritime security and complying with fisherie...