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National Shark Longline Management Plan 2002.

Country/Territory
Papua New Guinea
Document type
Miscellaneous
Date
2003
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Cartilaginous fishes Coastal zone management Community management Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Precautionary principle Processing/handling Protection of environment Sustainable use
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Melanesia, Oceania, Small Island Developing States, South Pacific
Abstract

The objectives of this Plan are the application of precautionary approach to the management of the shark fishery with sustainable harvesting of shark resources and protection of the marine ecosystem, sustainable use of its shark resource, and protection of coastal communities.

Full text
English
Website
png-data.sprep.org

References - Legislation

Implements

Fisheries Management Act, 1998.

Legislation | Papua New Guinea | 1998 (2006)

Keyword: Framework law, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Foreign fishing, Enforcement/compliance, Fishing gear/fishing method, Aquaculture, Total allowable catch, Institution, Policy/planning, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Traditional rights/customary rights, Artisanal fishing, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX