Decree on Wild Animals, Fisheries, Hunting and Fishing (COM Decree No. 118/CCM, 1989). Country/Territory Lao, People's Dem. Rep. Document type Regulation Date 1989 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Ecosystem preservation Endangered species Hunting/capture Seasons Size Use restrictions Monitoring Policy/planning Authorization/permit Protection of species Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Landlocked Developing Nations, Least Developed Countries, South-Eastern Asia Entry into force notes The Decree enters into force on 5 October 1989. Abstract The Decree consists of nine articles and makes provision for the protection and development of the wildlife population, including endangered and restricted species. It aims at protecting and developing the breed and use of fisheries and wild animals populating the territory. To this end the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry shall study plans and policies and make provisions for their implementation. As far as fishing and hunting are concerned, the Decree makes restrictions on the use of certain methods and devices and forbids to hunt or fish endangered species, expecting animals, animal's breeding newly born baby animals and during the season of fish eggs. The trade of wild animals, dead animals and parts thereof is subject to the issuance of the authorizations and certificate listed in article 4. Full text English