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Decree-Law No. 6/2004 on the legal regime for the management and regulation of fisheries and aquaculture.

Country/Territory
Timor-Leste
Document type
Legislation
Date
2004
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Framework law Fishery management and conservation Inland fisheries Aquaculture Mariculture Fishing area Fishing authorization Fishing vessel Foreign fishing Artisanal fishing Marine fisheries High seas Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries, Small Island Developing States, South-Eastern Asia
Entry into force notes
This Decree-Law enters into force 30 days after its publication.
Abstract

This Decree-Law, composed of 181 articles, establishes the principles and basic legislation for the exploitation and regulation of fishing resources in national waters and high seas, as well as the principles and rules for the establishment and exercise of aquaculture activities. It applies to individual or corporate bodies, whether national or foreign. In particular, it rules on management and regulation of fisheries and aquaculture. Moreover, it provides general licensing conditions and regulates foreign fishing vessels’ permits. The granting of a fishing permit shall give rise to a fishing quota in the fishing or area defined in the permit, where the species to be caught are subject to quotas. The Decree also regulates artisanal, semi-industrial and industrial fishing vessels. The Decree pays particular attention to conservation measures, as well as sustainable exploitation of resources and protection of aquatic environment. Finally, it provides control and sanctioning measures.

Full text
English
Website
www.mj.gov.tl

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Government Decree No. 5/2004 on General Fisheries and Aquaculture Regulation.

Legislation | Timor-Leste | 2004

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Aquaculture, Mariculture, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing area, Fishing authorization, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing vessel, Marking/identification, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Government Resolution No. 8 of 2007 creating National Park of Nino Konis Santana.

Legislation | Timor-Leste | 2007

Keyword: Protected area, Zoning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Ministerial Decision No. 5/GM/I/2015 creating the Natural Aquatic Reserve within the Coastal Area of Suco de Batugade.

Legislation | Timor-Leste | 2015

Keyword: Management/conservation, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Protection forest, Protection of species, Wetlands, Marine area, Marine fishes, Marine protected areas, Monitoring, National parks, Zoning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Ministerial Order No. 6/GM/I/2015 creating the Natural Aquatic Reserve within the Coastal Area of Suco do Vila.

Legislation | Timor-Leste | 2015

Keyword: Management/conservation, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Protection forest, Protection of species, Wetlands, Marine area, Marine fishes, Marine protected areas, Monitoring, National parks, Zoning

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Decree-Law No. 4/2005 amending Decree No. 6/2004 on Fisheries.

Legislation | Timor-Leste | 2005

Keyword: Aquaculture, Fishing charge

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Decree-Law No. 5/2016 creating the National System of Protected Areas.

Legislation | Timor-Leste | 2016

Keyword: Protected area, Protection forest, Protection of habitats, Public health, Public participation, Climate change, Cultural heritage, Ecosystem preservation, Inland waters, Marine area, Marine protected areas, Migratory species, Endangered species, Basic legislation, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX