Paul Maillis
BahamaspoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Paul Maillis serves as the secretary of the National Fisheries Association (NFA) in The Bahamas. He is an outspoken advocate for the rights and livelihoods of Bahamian fishermen, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by illegal poaching and emphasizing the importance of effective law enforcement. Maillis has praised recent crackdowns on illegal fishing activities, noting that the efforts of authorities have led to improved sustainability in local fisheries and have helped restore hope among fishermen who rely on these resources for their livelihoods.
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Paul Maillis, secretary and director at the National Fisheries Association of The Bahamas, warned that the industry fears being squeezed from both sides due to the Trump tariffs.
Trump tariff timing ‘sucks’ as costs ‘go through roof’Bahamas· 2026-07-27
Paul Maillis, secretary of the National Fisheries Association of The Bahamas, argued for tougher regulation and better data in the fishing industry.
Far too easy’ to get key fishing licencesBahamas· 2026-06-24
Paul Maillis, the NFA’s secretary, added that large-scale Dominican poaching resumed in the southern Bahamas from a year ago.
Defence Force yet to sight poaching vesselBahamas· 2025-09-26
Paul Maillis, the National Fisheries Association’s secretary, warned that The Bahamas is facing a full-out assault from illegal fishing charters and poachers.
Bahamas faces ‘full-out assault’ on its fisheriesBahamas· 2025-09-26
Paul Maillis, the National Fisheries Association’s (NFA) secretary, emphasized the importance of cracking down on poaching to protect fishermen's livelihoods.
Crawfish volumes up 10-15% but ‘don’t let our guard down’Bahamas· 2025-02-21