The Fisheries Department says it is rushing 23 secondary regulations after the 2025 amendment to the Fisheries Emergency Decree (71 sections, gazetted 7 November 2025). Thailand exported fishery products worth about 223 billion baht (1.67 million tonnes) in 2025. Expect tighter catch certificates, traceability through VMS/ERS/electronic monitoring, stricter rules on foreign crew and labour permits, and a fleet-reduction programme (phase 3 approved 3 August 2026). If you buy seafood, process it, or run a vessel or crew-supply business, check which new rules apply to your supply chain once the sub-regulations are issued.