Decision of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress about Amending the Fishery Law of the People’s Republic of China. Country/Territory China Document type Legislation Date 2004 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Aquatic animals Aquaculture Processing/handling Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific Entry into force notes This Decision enters into force on 28 August 2004. Abstract This Decision amends article 16 of the Fishery's Law. The State shall encourage and support the breeding, cultivation and popularization of aquatic animals which must be approved by the National Committee for Examination and Approval of Original Breeding and Good Breeding. Full text English Website www.lawinfochina.com References - Legislation Amends Fisheries Law of the People's Republic of China. Legislation | China | 1986 (2013) Keyword: Framework law, Fishery management and conservation, Inland fisheries, Marine fisheries, Aquaculture, Fishing gear/fishing method, Foreign fishing, Protected fishing area, Fishing area, High seas, Research, Wetlands, Fishing authorization, Animal health, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX Implemented by Provisions on the Supervision of Major Fishery Violations. Legislation | China | 2020 Keyword: Inspection, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX