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Executive Decree No. 159/2006 regulating fishery practices.

Country/Territory
Angola
Document type
Legislation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Fishing area Fishing authorization Fishing gear/fishing method
Geographical area
Africa, Central Africa, Least Developed Countries
Abstract

This Decree, composed of four articles, regulates the fishery practices allowed in Angola. The Decree provides a detailed classification on fishing methods and fishing nets as well as on the forbidden fishing practices.

Full text
Portuguese
Website
www.governo.gov.ao

References - Legislation

Implements

Law No. 6-A/04 on Aquatic Biological Resources (new Fishing Act).

Legislation | Angola | 2004

Keyword: Framework law, Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Fishing authorization, Fishing gear/fishing method, Classification/declassification, Fish products, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing area, Allocation/quota, Research, Fishing vessel, Policy/planning, Prohibited fishing area, Protected fishing area, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Processing/handling, Aquaculture, Territorial sea, Total allowable catch, Transport/storage, Dispute settlement, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Harbour, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Inland fisheries, Inspection, Mesh, Offences/penalties, Standards, Marking/identification

Source: FAO, FAOLEX