Decree No. 23 of 1980 on minimum measurements for shrimp net mesh size. Country/Territory Kuwait Document type Regulation Date 1980 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Mesh Crustaceans Fishery management and conservation Aquatic animals Geographical area Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract Owners of shrimp fishing vessels operating in Kuwaiti territorial waters should adhere to the minimum measurements for shrimp net mesh size specified in article 1. For old nets there will be granted a grace period (art. 2). (4 articles) Full text English