Amendment to Regulation (EU) No 1026/2012 on certain measures for the purpose of the conservation of fish stocks in relation to countries allowing non-sustainable fishing
This legislative act amends existing rules to better conserve fish stocks by addressing countries that permit non-sustainable fishing practices. The regulation primarily affects third countries identified as allowing non-sustainable fishing, potentially impacting their ability to export fish products to the EU. It updates measures to ensure that only sustainably caught fish can be imported into the EU, strengthening the fight against illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing. The updated regulation aims to enhance the effectiveness of existing conservation measures and promote global sustainable fisheries management.
Analysis
The proposal aims to amend Regulation (EU) No 1026/2012 concerning measures for the conservation of fish stocks in relation to countries allowing non-sustainable fishing.
What changes
- The definition of 'associated species' is amended to include species that are 'bycatch' in the same fishery.
- The definition of 'unsustainable state' is updated to explicitly reference the precautionary approach to fisheries management as referred to in UNFSA.
- Procedures for identifying a country as allowing non-sustainable fishing are reinforced, including response times for the Commission and opportunities for the country to remedy the situation.
Expected impact
- The amendments aim to strengthen the EU's framework for international fisheries governance and enhance cooperation in sustainable fisheries management.
- The proposal seeks to clarify the definition of 'best available scientific advice' to ensure consistency and prevent ambiguity in decision-making.
- The amendments propose to better leverage the role of compliance bodies within Regional Fisheries Management Organisations (RFMOs) to combat non-sustainable fishing practices.
Limitations
- The document is a legislative report and does not contain the full text of the amended regulation, limiting the analysis of specific operational details.
- The document does not provide specific details on the economic or social impacts of the proposed changes, beyond general statements about safeguarding EU fishers' interests.
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