Resolution No. 8 of 1988 prohibiting the use of floating drift nets for fishing. Country/Territory Bahrain Document type Regulation Date 1988 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit Geographical area Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Small Island Developing States, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Resolution enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Resolution regulates the use of floating drift nets for fishing. The present Resolution is composed of 3 articles. Article 1 prohibits the use of floating drift nets for fishing in shallow waters close to the coast. Article 2 deals with offences and penalties. Full text Arabic Website www.legalaffairs.gov.bh