The report highlights the regulatory inconsistencies between domestically hired fishers and those hired from abroad. Unfortunately, the latter group is not afforded the protections outlined in the Labor Standards Act due to the application of different legal frameworks. A long-term policy objective should be to extend labor protections to overseas hires to ensure their rights are as closely aligned as possible with those of domestic workers. The report advocates for collaborative efforts among the government, industry, and civil society, following the principles of ILOC188 and international human rights agreements. It concludes with nine specific recommendations aimed at enhancing human rights protections for migrant fishers and promoting dignified working conditions. Keywords: migrant fishers; Wi-Fi; overseas hiring; labor rights; Work in Fishing Convention 4