The fact
The project, opposed by NGOs, targets 10,000 tons of fish annually in Gironde.
The French government defends its decision with environmental and economic safeguards.
2 sources — click a link to read an article on the topic:
Why it matters
Ce projet pourrait créer des emplois locaux et réduire la pression sur les stocks de poissons sauvages, mais les ONG craignent des risques de pollution et de non-respect des normes environnementales.