Management and Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT)

Summary

This regulation establishes management and conservation rules for fish species in the ICCAT area, such as tuna and swordfish. It aims to implement international fishing standards into European Union law to ensure sustainable ocean resources.
10 30.11.2017
Other
environment
protection of animals
agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

  • Implementation of international fishing standards into EU law to ensure a level playing field for all operators in the region.
  • Protection of vulnerable marine species, including sharks, sea turtles, and various types of tuna.
  • Strengthening of measures to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities.
  • Regulation of transhipment at sea to improve transparency and prevent illegal practices in the fishing industry.
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