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Resolution No. 42/1 of 1999 regulating the fishing-diving.

Country/Territory
Lebanon
Document type
Regulation
Date
1999
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Official Gazette No. 16, 1 April 1999, pp. 905-907.
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Non-commercial fishing Fishing gear/fishing method Equipment Crustaceans Fishing authorization Protection of species Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Aquatic animals Authorization/permit
Geographical area
Asia, Mediterranean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia
Abstract

This Resolution aims at regulating of amateur diving. Divers can use autonomous compressors on the condition that they must be holders of a valid and recognized diving-diploma in conformity with Resolutions No. 50/1 of 6 May 1998 and No. 142/1 of 16 July 1998. Tourists can practise this sport on the condition that they are membership of an international diving-club. Fishermen are authorized to use the autonomous compressors for the connection and fixation of nets and cages. Prohibition to divers the following: fishing lobster by gun or by lance; using lights; fishing of sponge; fishing during the night and diving with compressor fixed on the boat.

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