Technical Barriers to Trade |
G/TBT/N/UKR/92 |
Ukraine |
2013 |
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Conformity assessment procedures, Import licences |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To prevent, deter and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Law of Ukraine "On fish, other aquatic living resources and food products from them"(as amended by the Law of Ukraine of 16 October 2012 No.5462-IV "On amendments to some legislative acts of Ukraine concerning activities of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine and other Central Executive Bodies, whose activities are directed and coordinated through the appropriate ministries"
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Fish, other aquatic living resources and fishery products
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Type of measure
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Conformity assessment procedure
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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Entry into force on 9 December 2012
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/CAN |
Canada |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To regulate aboriginal fisheries.
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) launched the Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS) in 1992, the object of which was to provide a framework for regulation of Aboriginal peoples' right to fish for food, social and ceremonial purposes. The AFS is not rights-based, but rather, as a matter of policy seeks the effective management and regulation of Aboriginal fisheries through negotiated agreements.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy Allocation Transfer Program (ATP)
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Aboriginal groups
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2010/11 and 2011/12
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/CAN |
Canada |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To promote environmentally sustainable commercial fishery.
The objective of AICFI is to assist Mi'kmaq and Maliseet First Nations (MMFNs) in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and the Gaspé Region of Québec, in the development of sound Fisheries Management and Governance practices for their commercial fishing enterprises moving towards an economically and environmentally sustainable integrated commercial fishery.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Atlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI)
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Fisheries
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2010/11 and 2011/12
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/CAN |
Canada |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
Atlantic Lobster Sustainability Measures (ALSM) |
Environment related objective
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To maintain healthy lobster stocks.
To assist Canada's lobster fishery ensure its long-term sustainability and economic prosperity. The program supports industry efforts to maintain healthy lobster stocks in all lobster fishing areas and improve lobster abundance in areas where stocks have declined.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Atlantic Lobster Sustainability Measures (ALSM)
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Lobster Fishery
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2010/11 and 2011/12
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Keywords
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Fish
Sustainable
Conservation
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/CAN |
Canada |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To promote sustainable fisheries.
The objective of PICFI is to achieve a fair, sustainable, integrated commercial fishery on Canada's west coast, in which all commercial participants fish under common and transparent rules. One of the key pillars to support this objective is to address First Nations interests in increasing their participation in commercial fisheries. It also supports higher standards of accountability for all resource users, through enhanced fisheries monitoring and report and strengthened collaboration, and enhanced cooperation amongst fisheries interests.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Pacific Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (PICFI)
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Fisheries
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2010/11 and 2011/12
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/EU |
European Union |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
European Fisheries Fund (EFF) |
Environment related objective
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To support the fisheries sector.
The objectives of the EFF are to:
- support the Common Fisheries Policy with a view to guaranteeing the sustainable exploitation of aquatic resources and the economic, environmental and social sustainability of the fisheries sector;
- promote the sustainable development of inland fishing;
- promote a sustainable balance between resources and the fishing capacity of the EU's fishing fleet;
- strengthen the competitiveness of the operating structures and the development of economically viable enterprises in the fisheries sector;
- foster the protection and enhancement of the environment and natural resources where related to the fisheries sector;
- encourage sustainable development and improvement of the quality of life in areas with an active fishing industry;
- promote equality between men and women in the development of the fisheries sector and fisheries areas.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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European Fisheries Fund (EFF)
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Ship-owners, enterprises, producer organizations, public and private bodies, professional organizations, cooperatives, fishermen.
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2011-2012
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Keywords
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Fish
Environment
Sustainable
Wildlife
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/EU |
European Union |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To promote sustainable fisheries.
The objectives of this instrument are the following:
To promote sustainable fishing and optimum use of fish products.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Common Organisation of the Market in Fishery and Aquaculture Products
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Fishermen
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2011-2012
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/EU/ADD.4 |
European Union: Cyprus |
2013 |
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Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To promote sustainable fisheries and protection of dolphins.
The Scheme aims to provide financial support for the Cypriot fishermen for the damages caused by dolphins. It also aims for the protection of dolphins which are protected species, as it provides a financial motive for the fishermen to do so.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Scheme of allowance to fishermen for damages caused by dolphins
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Fishermen and small scale fisheries
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2011-2012
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/EU/ADD.13 |
European Union: Ireland |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
COMMERCIAL AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT SCHEME |
Environment related objective
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To promote environmentally sustainable acquaculture.
The scheme is designed to promote the commercial development of aquaculture on a basis which is financially, technically and environmentally sustainable.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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COMMERCIAL AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT SCHEME
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Small and medium-enterprises (SMEs)
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2011
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/253/EU/ADD.13 |
European Union: Ireland |
2013 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
AQUACULTURE INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY SCHEME |
Environment related objective
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To promote environmentally sustainable acquaculture.
The objectives of this scheme are to promote investment in innovative technology and trialling such technology under commercial conditions to improve performance and competitiveness; establish the economic and technical feasibility of new sites and species and to assist and invest in measures to improve, long term environmental sustainability, fish health and welfare and product quality. This scheme is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge base of the industry and to integrate in a harmonious manner, aquaculture into coastal communities and rural areas.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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AQUACULTURE INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY SCHEME
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Small and medium-enterprises (SMEs)
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Type of measure
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Grant
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2011-2012
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Keywords
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Environment
Sustainable
Fish
Wildlife
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