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Indonesia's Shark Market Faces Stricter Hunting Regulations

9/6/2025

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In Tanjung Luar, East Lombok, Indonesia, commercial fishers catch various shark species at dawn.
This port serves as a significant shark market in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
Shark fins are mainly exported to Hong Kong and China, while bones are used in cosmetics.
Locally, communities consume shark meat and skins.
The Indonesian government aims to enforce stricter regulations on shark hunting due to endangered species concerns.

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Story summary

In Tanjung Luar, East Lombok, Indonesia, commercial fishers catch various shark species at dawn.
This port serves as a significant shark market in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.
Shark fins are mainly exported to Hong Kong and China, while bones are used in cosmetics.
Locally, communities consume shark meat and skins.
The Indonesian government aims to enforce stricter regulations on shark hunting due to endangered species concerns.