Law No. 23 of 2013 on seaports. Country/Territory Yemen Document type Legislation Date 2013 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Sea Keyword Harbour Navigation Fishing vessel Management/conservation Authorization/permit Offences/penalties Geographical area Least Developed Countries, Western Asia Entry into force notes The Law enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract Purpose of this Law is to develop the legal framework to enable competent authorities for ports to carry out their responsibility in planning, construction, maintenance, operation and administration of national ports. It encourages ports' development and the private sector participation in the provision of their basic infrastructure, services and facilities. The Law aims to ensure a fair competition also in order to upgrade the ports of Yemen to international standards. Full text Arabic Website www.yemen-nic.info