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Ministerial Resolution No.679 of 2014 identifying fishing areas using surrounding nets.

Country/Territory
United Arab Emirates
Document type
Regulation
Date
2014
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Fishing area Fishing gear/fishing method Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries
Geographical area
Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf
Entry into force notes
This Resolution enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Resolution consisting of 6 articles lists the coordinates, divided by the various Emirates, where it is possible to practice this type of fishing. Article 5 specifies the areas where is forbidden, such as areas within 3 nautical miles from military zones, oil islands and vital installations on the coast, as well as the areas within 500 meters of safety zone in offshore fields.

Full text
Arabic
Website
www.moew.gov.ae