FUZHOU, China, May 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Pingtan Marine Enterprise Ltd. (Nasdaq: PME) ("Pingtan" or the "Company"), a global fishing company based in the People's Republic of China (PRC), is aware of allegations posted in a financial blog today.  Pingtan is committed to conducting its business and operations in an ethical manner, and in compliance with applicable laws.  The Company is looking into the allegations and intends to make information publicly available as appropriate. 

About Pingtan

Pingtan is a global fishing company engaging in ocean fishing through its subsidiary, Fujian Provincial Pingtan County Ocean Fishing Group Co., Ltd., or Pingtan Fishing.

Business Risks and Forward-Looking Statements

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CONTACT:
Roy Yu
Chief Financial Officer
Pingtan Marine Enterprise Ltd.
Tel: +86 591 87271753
[email protected]

INVESTOR RELATIONS

Katherine Yao, Senior Associate
Tel: +86 10 6587 6435
[email protected]m 

Adam Prior, Senior Vice President
Tel: (212) 836-9606
[email protected] 

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SOURCE Pingtan Marine Enterprise Ltd.