Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§68 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Import licences |
Agriculture |
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The Pesticide Management Regulation entered into force in 2009 (Decree No. 6/2009) ; it aims to ensure all processes involving working with or handling pesticides (inter alia, including imports and exports) are executed without prejudice to public, animal and environmental health. Under the regulations, companies importing registered pesticides must obtain a Pesticide Importer Registration Certificate from the National Directorate of Agricultural Services (Direcção Nacional dos Serviços Agrários, DNSA). [81] In assessing the request, the Registrar of the DNSA may visit the applicant's premises to ensure certain conditions are in place (i.e. storage, capacity, handling conditions, and qualifications of personnel). Certificates are valid for one year (renewable for one year). Import permits are required for each shipment of pesticides; these are issued by the Registrar of the DNSA, are valid for three months (extendable for a further three months) and are subject to a fee. Importers must provide import information to the DNSA within 15 days of importation. Large quantities of imports must be accompanied by an analysis certificate. Imported pesticides must be valid (i.e. be useable) for at least a year and a half.
[81] All pesticides must be registered with the DNSA; this is done through submission of an application to the National Director of Agricultural Services, together with a photocopy of the licence/permit of the company or institution. The registration of pesticides is subject to a fee which varies according to the toxicity of the pesticide, and the process may take up to 120 days. Registered pesticides are published by the DNSA.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§76 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Export licences, Export tariffs |
Forestry |
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Since 2011, Mozambique has levied fees on the export of all raw and processed timber under the Regulations on the Timber Overvaluation Rate (Decree No. 21/2011). The fee rate varies according to the level of processing, from Mt 3,750/m3 to Mt 19,500/m3. As set out in the Regulations, timber producing species are classified according to their commercial value, rarity, usefulness, resistance and quality, into classes of precious wood (with classes ranging from 1 to 4). Exports of timber in class 1 may only be exported after being processed. Exports of timber under classes 2-4 may be exported under licence or under a forest concession scheme. As indicated by the authorities, these fees were introduced so that forest use is sustainable through revenue collection in order to protect the environment, and to promote secondary processing so as to create jobs.
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Forest
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-Table-III.20 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Ban/Prohibition |
Other |
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Table 3.20 Export prohibitions, 2016
Export prohibitions
Ivory and ivory works, except when the export is specifically authorized by special arrangement
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-Table-III.21 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Export licences |
Forestry, Mining |
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Table 3.21 Export restrictions, 2016
Product Restriction
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Precious timbers, precious or semi-precious stones Authorization from the competent authorities (the Ministry of Land, Environment and Rural Development for timber and the Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy for precious and semi-precious stones)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§87 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Other environmental requirements |
Mining |
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IFZs (Industrial Free Trade Zones) are closed physical areas which must have security systems in place. All industrial activities are permitted, except for exploration for, and extraction of, natural resources and the manufacture of arms and explosives. (...)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§102 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Other measures |
Not specified |
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(...) Since December 2015, the IGEPE (State Shares Management Agency) has been assessing the State's portfolio, aiming to resize businesses, reduce operating costs, and seek strategic partners to enhance the profitability of its public enterprises and state-participated companies. In this regard, consideration is being given, inter alia, to company performance and profitability; growth prospects; socio-economic and environmental impact issues; and their observance of corporate governance standards. During 2016, 45 state-participated companies and 15 public enterprises companies were evaluated as part of this process, with 27 being elected for restructuring. At the same time, 40 non-strategic companies have been earmarked for liquidation.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-IV§6 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Sectors |
General environmental reference |
Services |
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Mozambique has significant potential in tourism based on its range of beach holiday products, ecotourism, cultural diversity, and extensive coastline. The Government has made tourism a development priority since 2000. The relevance of tourism to economic growth and poverty reduction is also acknowledged by the Strategic Plan for the Tourism Sector, 2004-2014.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-IV§10 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Sectors |
General environmental reference |
Agriculture, Forestry, Other |
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The Strategic Plan for Agricultural Development (PEDSA – Plano Estratégico para o Desenvolvimento do Sector da Agricultura) is a long-term (2010-2019) plan developed to harmonize strategies across different agricultural subsectors, including land, forests and wildlife, livestock, research, extension, the Green Revolution, and irrigation. The plan recognizes that the country's export potential remains largely untapped, and that there is a need to position Mozambique in the agro-commodities export business.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-IV§21 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Sectors |
General environmental reference |
Fisheries |
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Mozambique has significant potential in fisheries products, but the sector also faces challenges. The emphasis of the Government's fisheries policy has shifted from exports to production for the domestic market through promotion of artisanal fisheries and aquaculture, while also taking measures to contain overexploitation. There are major challenges to the building or re building of fisheries infrastructures, namely ports, landing sites, markets, and centres for experimentation and education dedicated to aquaculture. In addition, the integration of offshore tuna fishing into the national economy continues to be a major challenge in the sector.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-IV§24 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Sectors |
General environmental reference |
Fisheries |
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The Ministry of Sea, Inland Waters and Fisheries has been responsible for the Government's policy on fisheries and aquaculture since 2000 (Law No. 22/2013). A licensing and fishery management framework was adopted in 2003, requiring fishermen obtain a fishing licence. As noted, commercial aquaculture is a nascent activity. The 2001 regulatory framework for aquaculture defines norms and requirements for aquaculture farms; establishes procedures for their licensing; establishes restrictions on the importation of live animals to be used in aquaculture; and addresses environmental issues such as the conversion of mangrove into aquaculture ponds.
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