Summary
The European Parliament welcomes a new fisheries protocol with Cape Verde aimed at sustainable fishing and cooperation. It emphasizes strict monitoring of shark catches and requests increased transparency regarding implementation and sectoral support. 10 09.09.2015
Other
fisheries
environment
international relations
Key points
- The European Parliament welcomes the new fisheries protocol with Cape Verde as a step toward sustainable resource exploitation.
- A strict monitoring mechanism will be implemented, involving quarterly data exchanges regarding shark catches.
- Specific catch thresholds of 30% and 40% for sharks will trigger additional conservation measures.
- The Commission is requested to report on the sustainability of specific shark species, such as blue sharks and shortfin makos.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT containing a motion for a non-legislative resolution on the draft Council decision on the conclusion of the Protocol between the European Union and the Republic of Cape Verde setting out the fishing opportunities and the financial contribution provided for in the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Cape Verde
Fisheries partnership agreement with Cape Verde: fishing opportunities and financial contribution (resolution)
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