Order No. 1221-A/97 endorsing licensing power to the DGPA on all Atlantic swordfishing vessels. Country/Territory Portugal Document type Regulation Date 1997 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Institution Marine fishes Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North-East Atlantic, Southern Europe Abstract This Order endorses the General Direction for Fishing and Agriculture (DGPA) licensing power for all Atlantic swordfish fishing vessels. Full text Portuguese References - Legislation Repealed by Order No. 34/2002 determining forms and criteria for swordfish fishing licensing in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean area. Legislation | Portugal | 2002 Keyword: High seas, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX