Evidence of ongoing illegal shark fishing surfaced this week, reigniting concerns about poaching in Palau’s protected waters despite a 2009 law that established the country as a shark sanctuary. At around 9 a.m. Monday, a white foam cooler drifted ashore near Meyuns Causeway, drawing attention from passersby. Inside were decomposing stingrays and a shark with its fins removed — a clear indication of illegal shark finning activity.
Original Article: Palau - Illegal Shark Fishing Persists in Palau Despite 2009 Ban
