On the morning of July 16, Nha Trang University, in collaboration with the Asian Fisheries Society (AFS), hosted the opening ceremony of the 8th International Symposium on Cage Aquaculture in Asia (CAA8) under the theme, “Development of Green and Smart Cage Aquaculture in Asia.” Taking place from July 16 to 18, the symposium brings together approximately 250 delegates, including nearly 150 scientists, experts, and international representatives from around 20 countries and territories.
Prof. Liu Liping, President of the Asian Fisheries Society, delivers his remarks at the symposium.
The opening ceremony was attended by Prof. Liu Liping, President of the Asian Fisheries Society; Mr. Han Gang, Secretary General of the China Society of Fisheries and Director of the National Fisheries Technology Extension Center under the Chinese Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs; Prof. Luo Yi, Vice President of Shanghai Ocean University; Mr. Le Tran Nguyen Hung, Deputy Director of the Department of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment; along with leaders from various universities, research institutes, businesses, and prominent scientists in the fisheries sector.
Dr. Quach Hoai Nam, President of Nha Trang University, delivers welcome remarks at the 8th International Symposium on Cage Aquaculture in Asia (CAA8).
In his opening remarks, Dr. Quach Hoai Nam, President of Nha Trang University, emphasized that being selected to host CAA8 marks a significant milestone, reaffirming the university's international standing and prestige in fisheries education, research, and technology transfer. This event holds special significance as the university approaches its 50th anniversary of establishment and development in Khanh Hoa province (1976 - 2026). The university remains committed to advancing international cooperation, innovation, and sustainable development in marine science and aquaculture. On this occasion, Nha Trang University also introduced an initiative to establish the Marine Economy Forum (MEF), aimed at connecting universities, research institutes, enterprises, and regulatory agencies to foster sustainable marine economic development.
Nha Trang University's leadership presents Certificates of Appreciation to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of keynote speakers at the 8th International Symposium on Cage Aquaculture in Asia (CAA8).
CAA8 is a prestigious international scientific forum featuring 96 scientific presentations, comprising 7 plenary and 89 thematic sessions. The symposium focuses on six core areas: mariculture and offshore farming development, seed technology, nutrition and feed, environment and climate change, aquatic health management, and socio-economic issues alongside sustainable development. Numerous studies present cutting-edge solutions utilizing artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), automation, sensors, and digital technologies to enhance production efficiency, reduce emissions, and boost resilience to climate change.
Nha Trang University's leadership awards Certificates of Appreciation to the sponsors.
Alongside the academic program, the symposium features a technology exhibition space for aquaculture enterprises, coupled with a series of networking events to foster partnerships among domestic and international universities, research institutes, professional associations, and businesses. Through CAA8, Nha Trang University continues to expand its partner network, advancing research, education, and technology transfer, thereby contributing to the green, smart, and sustainable development of the cage aquaculture industry in Vietnam and across the broader Asian region.
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