Directions on the Disposal of the Fins of the Shark Catches of Fishing Vessels. Country/Territory China Territorial subdivision Taiwan Document type Regulation Date 2012 (2013) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Fishing gear/fishing method Fishing vessel Offences/penalties Management/conservation Marine fishes Geographical area Asia, Eastern Asia Abstract These Directions are established pursuant to Article 54, sub-paragraph (5) of the Fisheries Act, aiming to promote the measure of “shark’s fins naturally attached to bodies” for the conservation and sustainable utilization of shark resources. The Directions consist of 8 Articles. Full text English/Chinese Website www.fa.gov.tw References - Legislation Implements Fisheries Act. Legislation | China | 1929 (2015) Keyword: Basic legislation, Bycatch, Non-commercial fishing, Fishing authorization Source: FAO, FAOLEX