Decree No. 59/2007 on Environmental Licensing. Country/Territory Angola Document type Regulation Date 2007 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen. Keyword Authorization/permit Environmental planning Environmental standards Geographical area Africa, Central Africa, Least Developed Countries Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force 90 days after its publication. Abstract This Decree, composed of five Chapters divided into 34 articles and two Annexes, regulates environmental licensing of all activities that, because of their nature, location or size, may have a significant environmental and social impact. Particular attention is paid to the regulation of the licensing procedure and of the rights and duties of the licensees. Moreover, the Decree establishes a national registry of environmental consultants to support in the licensing process. The Annexes provide th Full text Portuguese Website www.governo.gov.ao References - Legislation Implements Basic Environmental Law No. 5/98. Legislation | Angola | 1998 Keyword: Framework law, Basic legislation, Institution, Pollution control, Environmental planning, Environmental standards, Land-use planning, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Registration, Sustainable development, EIA, Protection of environment, Protection of habitats Source: FAO, FAOLEX