Decree No. 80/2002/ND-CP amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Government’s Decree No. 72/1998/ND-CP. Country/Territory Viet Nam Document type Regulation Date 2002 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Marine fisheries Fishing vessel Fishing gear/fishing method Navigation Institution Fishing authorization Geographical area Asia, South-Eastern Asia Entry into force notes 1 January 2003. Abstract This Decree endorses the Ministry of Aquatic Resources with the registration of fishing gear and involved crewmen, granting permission for the exploitation of the aquatic resources; furthermore the aforesaid Ministry will be responsible for inspections and safety certification of the fishing gear used; it will be also responsible overall for the safety of canals and waterways , the institution of alert signals for critical weather conditions. Full text English References - Legislation Implements Decree No. 72/1998/ND-CP on ensuring the safety of fishermen and the fishery means on sea. Legislation | Viet Nam | 1998 | Repealed Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishing vessel, Fishing gear/fishing method, Navigation, Fishing authorization, Territorial sea Source: FAO, FAOLEX Repealed by Decree No. 66/2005/ND-CP on ensuring safety for people and ships engaged in fisheries activities. Legislation | Viet Nam | 2005 Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishing vessel, Navigation, Registration, Territorial sea Source: FAO, FAOLEX