Bridge contractor pledges cleanup and shark fishing inquiry
The Chinese company said there was a detailed seabed cleaning plan.
22 Oct 2018, 9:00 AM
The Chinese company contracted to build the landmark Sinamalé bridge in Malé has promised an inquiry into illegal shark fishing by its staff.
Photos of shark fins hung out to dry outside the living quarters of the Chinese workers went viral over the weekend.
“We are currently conducting an internal investigation into the concern posted on social media,” reads a statement issued Monday by Wang Chao, deputy project manager of the China Communication and Construction Company.
“We have informed all bridge staff that shark fishing and other practices are illegal in the Maldives, and we will continue to take necessary measures to ensure that our staff are familiar with the relevant laws of the Maldives and comply with them.”
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