Moratorium on industrial fishing ends in Azerbaijan
The lifting of restrictions, which were in place during the spawning season, is accompanied by strengthened monitoring of compliance with fishing regulations by relevant authorities.
Yulduz Salimov2 min read
On September 1, the moratorium on industrial fishing and the harvesting of other aquatic bioresources, previously implemented due to the spawning season, officially ended in Azerbaijan. In accordance with the rules approved by Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 243 of June 2, 2017, commercial fishing activities have resumed as of today.
The lifting of restrictions applies to the Caspian Sea, the Kura River, Sarysu Lake, as well as the Mingachevir, Shamkir, Araz, and Yenikend reservoirs. Authorities are urging individuals and legal entities engaged in fishing to strictly adhere to legislative requirements.
To prevent illegal fishing and ensure the protection of aquatic bioresources, the Fisheries and Aquaculture Center under the Ministry of Agriculture, in cooperation with the Water Transport Police Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, is conducting regular control measures. Inspections cover both the coastal zones of the Caspian and the country's inland water bodies.
The authorities remind that violations of fishing regulations, including illegal harvesting, will result in administrative or criminal liability in accordance with current legislation. Fishermen are strongly advised to refrain from using prohibited fishing gear and not to begin fishing without the appropriate permit.
The Fisheries and Aquaculture Center has appealed to citizens to report any instances of poaching to the relevant agencies. Authorities emphasize that public cooperation plays a vital role in protecting fish stocks and curbing illegal activities in water bodies.
Source: musavat.com
