Beche-de-mer Fishery Management Plan. Country/Territory Papua New Guinea Document type Miscellaneous Date 2001 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Seasons Fishing authorization Data collection/reporting Aquatic animals Policy/planning Geographical area Oceania, Small Island Developing States Abstract This national beche-de-mer fishery management plan is made by the National Fisheries Authority. under Section 28 of the Fisheries Management Act 1998. It sets out national and provincial management arrangement for beche-de-mer and management measures regarding beche-de-mer. The objectives of the Plan include sustainable fisheries with minimal impact on the environment and protection of coastal communities, in particular of customary fishermen. The beche-de-mer fishery will be managed nationally Full text English References - Legislation Implements Fisheries Management Act, 1998. Legislation | Papua New Guinea | 1998 (2006) Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Foreign fishing, Enforcement/compliance, Fishing gear/fishing method, Total allowable catch, Institution, Policy/planning, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization Source: FAO, FAOLEX