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WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§54 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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Ban/Prohibition, Other environmental requirements |
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Under the Fisheries Act, the Minister of Agriculture and Agro-based Industry may make regulations relating to the management and development of fisheries resources, including: licensing of vessels; specifications for vessels; fishing gear licensing; prohibited fishing methods, areas, and species; closed seasons; etc. Fishing areas are defined by zones defined by distance from shore with fishing in each zone restricted by size and type of vessel (Table 4.17). In-land aquaculture regulations are issued by the authorities of the states.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§55 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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General environmental reference |
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The general policies and strategies for fisheries are set out in the Economic Transformation Programme, the National Agrofood Policy 2011-2020 (NAP), and the 11th Malaysia Plan (11MP) for 2016-2020 (Section 4.1.1.3). In addition, specific policies for the subsector are set out in the Strategic Plan of the Department of Fisheries 2011-2020, the National Plan of Action (NPOA) for the Management of Fishing Capacity 2015-2020, and the NPOA to Prevent, Deter and Eliminate Illegal Unreported and Unregulated Fishing.
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WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§56 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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Other environmental requirements |
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Among the strategies for modernizing agriculture in 11MP, is the statement that fishers' associations will be given incentives, through special schemes, to assist their members in buying deep-sea vessels. The NAP (National Agrofood Policy 2011-2020) includes a section on sustainable modernization and transformation of the capture fisheries industry which projects an increase in marine catch to 1.76 million tonnes by 2020, of which 620,000 tonnes would be from deep sea fishing. The NAP also emphasises the sustainable development of capture fisheries through effort and gear restrictions and compliance with international measures such as the FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries 1995, Agreement on Port States Measures to Prevent, Deter and Eliminate Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing (IUU Fishing) and EC Regulation 1005/2008.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§57 |
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The fishing capacity plan is the second such plan and highlights a number of strategies to improve sustainable management of fisheries by addressing current problems including:
• overcapacity is to be addressed through a moratorium on new licences for vessels and gear in the coast zone, regular assessment of fishing capacity and resources, adjustment of effort to match the maximum sustainable yield, and cancellation of licences for non-performing vessels;
• overfished resources are to be managed through the establishment of fish refuges, closed seasons for specified areas, a revised zoning system (Table 4.18), and an individual quota system based on total allowable catches;
• gear specifications are to be developed, the impact of management measures assessed, data collection and dissemination improved, regulations on foreign fishers working on local vessels strengthened;
• monitoring and surveillance are to be improved, including measures to prevent fishing in prohibited zones, and foreign vessels in the EEZ; and
• public awareness of the need for conservation and management is to be improved, including stakeholder participation in resource management activities.
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Fish
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Natural resources
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WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§58 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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According to the authorities, the Plan to Prevent, Deter and Eliminate IUU Fishing was developed in accordance with the International Plan of Action to Prevent, Deter, and Eliminate Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing (IPOAIUU) which was adopted by the Committee on Fisheries and endorsed by the FAO in 2001. The Plan notes that Malaysia currently applies a vessel monitoring system (VMS), applies reporting requirements for catch and effort, monitors fish landings, and conducts vessel and gear inspections. Furthermore, catch and effort reports are compared to the VMS as well as landing and trade data to confirm accuracy. As all vessels and fishing gear must be licensed and all vessels must carry identification markings, inspections can confirm compliance with the terms of the licences. All foreign fishing vessels are required to notify the Malaysian authorities before entering Malaysian waters and may only fish or undertake fishing-related activities if authorized to do so under an international fishery agreement between Malaysia and the government of the other country, or between Malaysia and the international organization to which such a vessel belongs to or to which such vessel is registered, and under a permit issued by the Director-General of Fisheries.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§60 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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Grants and direct payments |
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The Government provides a number of supports to the fisheries sector including fuel subsidies, living allowances, and catch incentives (...)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-Table-IV.18 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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Grants and direct payments |
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Table 4.18 Government spending on fisheries, 2011-16
(RM million)
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Fuel subsidy 523.4 559.2 534.4 374.9 41.8 16.0
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§61 |
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2017 |
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Grants and direct payments |
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According to one report, the value of the subsidies varies depending on the type of fishing and the zone of operation. For Zone A fishers, 38% of an average total income of RM 2,118 per month is from subsidies (18% of income is from the fuel subsidy). For Zone C fishers, 28% of the average total income of RM 20,881 is from subsidies (24% of income is from the fuel subsidy). The authorities also pointed out that the fuel subsidy is only available to eligible fishers in Zones A, B, and C and that larger commercial vessels are not eligible.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§65 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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General environmental reference |
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The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment is responsible for general policy, and for preparing and implementing legislation relating to mining and quarrying. In 2009, the National Mineral Council and the National Forestry Council were disbanded and the National Land Council took over their responsibilities to oversee development of the sector and coordinate policy among central and state authorities. Policy is set out in the National Mineral Policy of January 2009 which aims for the expansion of the sector through a conducive business climate for exploration and extraction while emphasizing sustainable development and environmental protection. The Eleventh Malaysia Plan also emphasizes the sustainable development of minerals.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/366 |
S-IV§68 |
Malaysia |
2017 |
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Risk assessment |
Mining |
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Exploration licences may be granted for areas between 400 and 20,000 ha for a maximum of 10 years with a possible extension of 5 years. Prospecting licences may be granted for periods of up to 2 years with a possible extension of 2 years. Mining licences may be granted for the expected life of the mine or 21 years, whichever is shorter, with the possibility of renewal. An environmental impact assessment is required for mines of 250 ha or more (Table 4.21). There are no restrictions on foreign companies participating either in their own right, through equity in a local company, or through joint ventures with a local company or companies.
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