Reports from Solomon Islands say there has been illegal fishing in the country's east.
Chiefs from Utupua and Vanikoro have complained about alleged poaching in the 12 mile provincial zone.
A correspondent says the chiefs want the national government to investigate the origin of the unidentified vessel.
A spokesman for the chiefs says foreign fishing vessels have to pay a mandatory fee if they wants to fish in the traditional zone close to the islands and obtain a licence.
Provincial fishing authorities in Temotu say there are no licences holders registered in the area.
