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Executive Decree No. 8/02 on the Monitoring System for Fishing Vessels (SIMAP).

Country/Territory
Angola
Document type
Regulation
Date
2002
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Fishing vessel Artisanal fishing Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Policy/planning Territorial sea
Geographical area
Africa, Central Africa, Least Developed Countries, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force immediately.
Abstract

This Decree, composed of 21 articles and one Annex, institutes and regulates the Monitoring System for Fishing Vessels (SIMAP). The aim is to provide a tool for continuously controlling fishing activities within three miles from the coast (especially for artisanal fishing). The Decree defines the authorities that will be responsible for monitoring activities and for updating the national list of fishing vessels. Moreover it compels all fishing vessels to install the Continuous Monitoring Equipment (EMC). Finally it defines applicable sanctions and penalties. The Annex provides technical specifications for the SIMAP.

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