Summary
The European Parliament recommends consenting to a new sustainable fisheries agreement with Morocco. This includes access to waters adjacent to Western Sahara, provided it benefits local populations and follows legal requirements. 10 20.03.2019
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agriculture, forestry and fisheries
Key points
- Renewal of the fisheries partnership between the European Union and Morocco to strengthen bilateral relations and governance.
- Inclusion of fishing zones in the waters adjacent to Western Sahara within the agreement's scope, following specific legal requirements.
- Implementation of safeguards to ensure the local population benefits from the agreement and has been consulted.
- Provision of financial support to Morocco for fisheries policy development and infrastructure improvements.
Documents (PDFs)
RECOMMENDATION on the draft Council decision on the conclusion of the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco, the Implementation Protocol thereto and the exchange of letters accompanying the Agreement
EU-Morocco Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement ***
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