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Ministerial Decree No. 13/2009 regulating the use of nets walling.

Country/Territory
Oman
Document type
Regulation
Date
2009
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Fishery management and conservation
Geographical area
Asia, Indian Ocean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
This Ministerial Decree enters into force 30 days after the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Decree prohibits the use of nets walling in the artisanal fishing sector before the sunrise and after midday. The use of nets walling is as well forbidden near the areas of growth of mangroves, coral reefs and bays. The Decree gives also specifications regarding the good use of nets walling. Nets walling which are not conform to the norms will be seized.

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References - Legislation

Repealed by

Ministerial Decision No.183/2016 issuing the Regulations on the use of gillnet (spinning/encircling) for fishing.

Legislation | Oman | 2016

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishing authorization, Fishing gear/fishing method, Authorization/permit, Protection of environment, Seasons, Artisanal fishing, Bycatch, Fishery management and conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX