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