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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MNE/SUPPL.2 Montenegro 2023
Natural resources conservation, Sustainable…
Natural resources conservation, Sustainable fisheries management
 Other support measures Fisheries
2022: Support to Improvement of Marine Fishery…
2022: Support to Improvement of Marine Fishery and Mariculture - Sustainable Management and Conservation of Fishery Resources and Other Marine Organisms: assessment of available resources of fish and other marine organisms; monitoring of the situation and assessment of sustainable exploitation of fish and other marine organisms; collection and processing of data on catch, fleet and fishing effort, biological, environmental and socio-economic data in the marine fishery; monitoring the population dynamics of fish, research of potential mariculture locations in the open sea, conducting research and/or introducing innovative solutions to improve the quality of the environment, introducing more selective fishing tools and gear to preserve and protect fish and other marine organisms and reduce costs of catching.
Environment related objective
To support the improvement of marine fishery and mariculture - sustainable management and preservation of fishery resources and other marine organisms.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2022: Support to Improvement of Marine Fishery and Mariculture - Sustainable Management and Conservation of Fishery Resources and Other Marine Organisms: assessment of available resources of fish and other marine organisms; monitoring of the situation and assessment of sustainable exploitation of fish and other marine organisms; collection and processing of data on catch, fleet and fishing effort, biological, environmental and socio-economic data in the marine fishery; monitoring the population dynamics of fish, research of potential mariculture locations in the open sea, conducting research and/or introducing innovative solutions to improve the quality of the environment, introducing more selective fishing tools and gear to preserve and protect fish and other marine organisms and reduce costs of catching.
The Institute of Marine Biology from Kotor and the Project
Type of measure
The support is provided to the Marine Biology Institute for implementation of the annual programme of data collection in marine fisheries (DCF-DCRF)
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
150,500.00 EUR
 Implementation period
2022
Keywords
Bio
Conservation
Environment
Fish
Natural resources
Sustainable
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MNE/SUPPL.2 Montenegro 2023
Natural resources conservation, Sustainable…
Natural resources conservation, Sustainable fisheries management
 Other support measures Fisheries
2022: Support to Development of Freshwater…
2022: Support to Development of Freshwater Fishery and Aquaculture Sector - Sustainable Management of Freshwater Fishery: Policy objective: (...) reliable estimate of available fish stocks in freshwater fishery waters fishery master plan; (...) improving the management of freshwater resources based on available scientific data; participation in the costs of restocking fishery waters, in accordance with Art. 23 and 24 of the Law on Freshwater Fisheries and Aquaculture.
Environment related objective
To protect and develop fishery waters and fish stocks; to improve the management of freshwater resources; to support restocking of fishery waters
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2022: Support to Development of Freshwater Fishery and Aquaculture Sector - Sustainable Management of Freshwater Fishery: Policy objective: (...) reliable estimate of available fish stocks in freshwater fishery waters fishery master plan; (...) improving the management of freshwater resources based on available scientific data; participation in the costs of restocking fishery waters, in accordance with Art. 23 and 24 of the Law on Freshwater Fisheries and Aquaculture.
Association of sports fishing organisations of Montenegro, the Association of sports fishing at sea and users of fish and other aquatic organisms; Scientific institution authorised by the Ministry; Association of commercial fishermen and users of fish and other aquatic organisms; User of fish and other aquatic organisms and managers of natural resources.
Type of measure
Support to users of fish and other aquatic organisms and to the Association for the organisation of sport fishing events
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
Total budget 100,000.00 EUR
 Implementation period
2022
Keywords
Conservation
Fish
Natural resources
Sustainable
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/MUS/13 Mauritius 2023
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Ban/Prohibition, Import licences, Import quotas Chemicals
1.1 Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC): Mauritius…
1.1 Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC): Mauritius has successfully implemented its Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) Phase out Management Plan since 2005 and importation of CFCs have been completely banned. Presently, a Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC) Phase out Management Plan (HPMP) has been developed/approved in 2011 and importation of HCFC refrigerants is being controlled.
Environment related objective
To restrict the quantity of the HCFC refrigerants being imported based on the quota as defined in the HCFC Phase out Management Plan (HPMP) under the Montreal Protocol
Measure description Coverage of the measure
1.1 Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC): Mauritius has successfully implemented its Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) Phase out Management Plan since 2005 and importation of CFCs have been completely banned. Presently, a Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC) Phase out Management Plan (HPMP) has been developed/approved in 2011 and importation of HCFC refrigerants is being controlled.
HCFC refrigerants
Type of measure
Import license, quota, and prohibition
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Notification for the year 2023
Keywords
MEAs
Ozone
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MUS Mauritius 2023
Natural resources conservation, Sustainable…
Natural resources conservation, Sustainable fisheries management
 Grants and direct payments Fisheries
Assistance for the purchase of fibre-glass…
Assistance for the purchase of fibre-glass fishing boats of 8-12 m length (canotte): To provide an alternative mode of livelihood and at the same time to reduce fishing effort from the heavily fished lagoon to off lagoon areas.
Environment related objective
To reduce fishing effort from the heavily fished lagoon to off lagoon areas.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Assistance for the purchase of fibre-glass fishing boats of 8-12 m length (canotte): To provide an alternative mode of livelihood and at the same time to reduce fishing effort from the heavily fished lagoon to off lagoon areas.
Registered artisanal fishermen
Type of measure
A grant of 50% the value of fibre-glass fishing boats (a max of Rs 300,000)
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
Rs 4 million.
 Implementation period
The measure is valid for one year
Keywords
Fish
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MUS Mauritius 2023
Biodiversity and ecosystem, Natural resources…
Biodiversity and ecosystem, Natural resources conservation, Sustainable fisheries management
 Grants and direct payments Fisheries
Assistance for the purchase of semi-industrial…
Assistance for the purchase of semi-industrial fishing boats: To encourage outer reef and bank fishing to reduce fishing pressure on the lagoon, for the protection of lagoon biodiversity, to gain livelihood and ensure food security.
Environment related objective
To reduce fishing pressure on the lagoon, for the protection of lagoon biodiversity
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Assistance for the purchase of semi-industrial fishing boats: To encourage outer reef and bank fishing to reduce fishing pressure on the lagoon, for the protection of lagoon biodiversity, to gain livelihood and ensure food security.
Fishermen Cooperatives Society.
Type of measure
A grant of 50% the value of the boat (a cap of Rs 6 million)
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
Rs 12 Million was earmarked in budget 2022/2023, but no application was received.
 Implementation period
The measure is valid for one year.
Keywords
Bio
Conservation
Fish
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/MUS/13 Mauritius 2023
Animal protection, Biodiversity and ecosystem,…
Animal protection, Biodiversity and ecosystem, MEAs implementation and compliance, Plant protection
 Import licences Other
3.2.1 Endangered species of flora and fauna:…
3.2.1 Endangered species of flora and fauna: Mauritius together with Madagascar and Indian Ocean Islands has been designated by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as a biodiversity hotspot. The majority of endemic Mauritian flora and fauna are considered threatened and with some 60 species of native plants believed to be already extinct.
Environment related objective
To protect the environment by restricting the import of wildlife under CITES
Measure description Coverage of the measure
3.2.1 Endangered species of flora and fauna: Mauritius together with Madagascar and Indian Ocean Islands has been designated by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as a biodiversity hotspot. The majority of endemic Mauritian flora and fauna are considered threatened and with some 60 species of native plants believed to be already extinct.
Exotic wildlife and CITES listed species
Type of measure
Import-related restrictions
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Notification for the year 2023.
Keywords
Bio
Endangered
MEAs
Wildlife
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MUS Mauritius 2023
Environmental goods and services promotion, Soil…
Environmental goods and services promotion, Soil management and conservation, Sustainable and environmentally friendly production
 Income or price support Agriculture Bio-Farming Support Scheme (BFSS)
Environment related objective
To increase the accessibility of farmers to organic inputs such as bio fertilisers, Bio pesticides; to stimulate and promote organic farming in the country; to increase the agricultural productivity while maintaining the soil health and environmental safety
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Bio-Farming Support Scheme (BFSS)
Subsidy will be provided for 3 crop cycles in one year over a maximum acreage of 5 acres for planters cultivating in open field and a maximum of 10,000 m2 for planters cultivating under protected culture.
Type of measure
60% subsidy is provided on the purchase price of bio inputs
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
Rs 4,993,000
 Implementation period
Annual basis
Keywords
Bio
Environment
Organic
Soil
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MUS Mauritius 2023
Sustainable and environmentally friendly…
Sustainable and environmentally friendly production, Waste management and recycling
 Income or price support Agriculture
Locally Produced Fertiliser Subsidy Scheme (LPFS)…
Locally Produced Fertiliser Subsidy Scheme (LPFS): (...) To promote the establishment and consolidation of a local industry for the manufacture of fertilisers from locally available materials in line with the circular economy
Environment related objective
To assist planters to use and adopt locally produced fertilisers including organic fertilisers; to promote the establishment and consolidation of a local industry for the manufacture of fertilisers in line with the circular economy
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Locally Produced Fertiliser Subsidy Scheme (LPFS): (...) To promote the establishment and consolidation of a local industry for the manufacture of fertilisers from locally available materials in line with the circular economy
Small farmers registered with the SFWF and cultivating vegetable, fruits & flowers.
Type of measure
75% subsidy is provided to registered planters on the purchase of locally produced fertilisers
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
Rs 4,829,518
 Implementation period
Annual basis
Keywords
Bio
Organic
Recycle
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MUS Mauritius 2023
Sustainable agriculture management, Sustainable…
Sustainable agriculture management, Sustainable and environmentally friendly production
 Other support measures Agriculture Crop Producers (Compost)
Environment related objective
To provide support to small planters to shift from the use of chemical inputs to organic ones so as to promote sustainable agriculture.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Crop Producers (Compost)
Small planters registered with the SFWF and sugar cane planters registered with the Sugar Insurance Fund Board (SIFB).
Type of measure
A provision of locally produced compost up to a maximum of 1 ton/arpent.
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
Rs 1,000,000
 Implementation period
Annual basis
Keywords
Organic
Sustainable
Subsidies and Countervailing Measures G/SCM/N/401/MUS Mauritius 2023
Other environmental risks mitigation, Climate…
Other environmental risks mitigation, Climate change mitigation and adaptation
 Grants and direct payments Agriculture
Sheltered Farming Scheme: To encourage farmers to…
Sheltered Farming Scheme: To encourage farmers to shift from traditional open field cultivation to sheltered farming system. This will enable farmers to mitigate effects of adverse climatic conditions; improve production capacity and the quality of farm produce.
Environment related objective
To enable farmers to mitigate effects of adverse climatic conditions
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Sheltered Farming Scheme: To encourage farmers to shift from traditional open field cultivation to sheltered farming system. This will enable farmers to mitigate effects of adverse climatic conditions; improve production capacity and the quality of farm produce.
The scope of the scheme is being extended to farmers engaged in production of cut flowers, ornamentals, as well as hydroponics and bio farming activities.
Type of measure
A grant of 50% on investment costs
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount
Rs 45,000,000
 Implementation period
One time subsidy
Keywords
Natural disaster