Seaweed Policy Push: Tanzania unveiled six priorities to scale seaweed farming, including tax relief on inputs, stronger investor protection, farmer support, value-add, and research—positioning seaweed as a Blue Economy growth engine. Global Markets Watch: FAO’s Food Outlook flags generally strong 2026/27 cereal supplies but rising risks from El Niño, energy and fertilizer volatility, and geopolitics; it also notes fisheries are increasingly central to diets. China Aquaculture Milestone: A new semi-submersible fish farm near Sanya, Xinhuan No. 1, is now operating, targeting 4,000 tonnes in its first year and blending farming with recreation. IUU Crackdown via Data Sharing: Fifteen countries backed the Mombasa Declaration to boost fisheries transparency and share vessel information to fight illegal fishing. Trade & Sustainability Signals: FAO reports aquatic animal product trade hit a record $184bn, while SOFIA 2026 highlights aquaculture’s continued growth beyond 100m tonnes in 2024. Feed Cost Pressure: IFFO’s China Summit warned of fishmeal and fish oil supply gaps, with China’s demand driving an impending crunch. Ocean Acidification Focus: A new study says governance frameworks aren’t tackling ocean acidification and blue food insecurity together—raising risks for fisheries and aquaculture. US Research Investment: NOAA launched a $13.5m aquaculture institute (CIFARM) to expand domestic seafood production and reduce import dependence. Regulatory/Compliance Moves: China’s revised fisheries law could force aquaculture consolidation through stricter environmental rules and antibiotic curbs. Industry Events: Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia set its 2026 program for AI, sustainability, and consumer trust in Singapore.