930 mahi-mahi and squid artisanal vessels to operate legally in Peruvian waters

Published 2023년 6월 16일

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The Peruvian Government has issued a decree that enables fisher registration for over 900 artisanal vessels in the mahi-mahi and jumbo flying squid fisheries. This decree paves the way for these vessels to operate legally in Peruvian waters, a significant milestone for the artisanal fishing sector. The decree is a result of advocacy by in-country stakeholders and support from NGOs and suppliers, aiming to ensure responsible supply and product legality. The background of this decree includes earlier initiatives and obstacles, as well as the launch of a transparency portal with support from Sustainable Fisheries Partnership and Sociedad peruana de Derecho Ambiental.

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930 mahi-mahi and squid artisanal vessels to operate legally in Peruvian waters after Peruvian Government issued a historic decree. In response to fishery stakeholders, the Peruvian Government issued a historic decree to enable fisher registration by cooperatives in the mahi-mahi and jumbo flying squid fisheries, two of the most globally significant artisanal fisheries in the world. This removes the barriers for more than 900 mahi-mahi and squid artisanal vessels in major fisher organisations to be able to operate legally in Peruvian waters. “The artisanal sector has long felt neglected by the state, facing endless bureaucratic obstacles,” said Elsa Vega, president of the Peruvian Artisanal Fishing Society (Sonapescal). “The new regulation marks a historic milestone for artisanal fishing, facilitating the completion of the formalisation process initiated by many boat owners seven years ago. We now urge the relevant authorities to expedite the process, and invite registered boat ...

Source: Fish Focus