It is possible that a similar scenario, but having manifold unpredictable consequences may emerge from the introduction of alien genetic materials. Manifold, because of the unnatural capability to genetically interact with other organisms in an ecosystem. It is equally mind boggling in terms of the expenses incurred to fight them back or recover from the damages incurred. Commercial aquaculture firms in developing nations like Chile are already making strategic alliances with the laboratories producing transgenic salmon. Though there are no known plans for commercial release of transgenic fishes developed for the tropical warm water seas, once the salmon is launched commercially, it may serve as a catalyst in the tropical waters as well.
Research is underway in China on developing transgenic inland water aquaculture species.
As the majority of the world's fishing areas are located close to the shore and because it supports the artisanal and small scale fishworkers at large, any nearshore aquaculture developments involving transgenic fishes are bound to affect the lives of these people directly. Besides, we don't have much clue what other risks and damages could be incurred in the long term. From the available evidence, there is no reason to support the application of this technology in the realm of human food. Transgenic foods are unsafe for human consumption and demands a precautionary approach in commercialization. A note on Biosafety Protocol, which could become the most powerful international legal instrument to deal with human and environmental safety in the context of GMOs in international transboundary trade is attached as an appendix.