Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/336/REV.1 |
S-Table-IV.4 |
Honduras |
2016 |
Sectors |
Non-monetary support |
Agriculture, Services |
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Table 4.4 Domestic support measures implemented by Honduras in 2009-2014 (June May)
Category Name and description of measure Monetary value
(US$)
2009 2014
Measures exempt from the reduction commitment - "Green Box"
Research services
Strengthening of local management of natural resources in the Patuca and Choluteca river basins (FORCUENCAS) The FORCUENCAS (2009-2012) project was aimed at the conservation and sustainable management of natural resources in the Choluteca, Patuca and Negro river basins, through the strengthening of local organizations, proper application of related legislation (Forestry Law, Land Use Planning Law, Water Law) and funding to support environmental management investment projects. 99,834,670.6
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Measures exempt from the reduction commitment - Special and differential treatment - "Development Programmes"
Investment subsidies generally available to agriculture
Irrigation enhancement project for the western Comayagua Valley micro watershed (PROMORCO) Seeks to raise income levels and improve food security for 1,222 families and sustainable management of natural resources on 5,188 mz (3,626 ha) of land under irrigation in the western Comayagua Valley. 7,000,000
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Competitiveness and sustainable rural development project in the Northern Zone of Honduras (Northern Horizons) To increase the income, employment and food security of poor rural households in the departments of Atlántida, Cortés and Santa Barbara, while reducing their environmental vulnerability. 8,720,000
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Natural resources
Sustainable
Environment
Conservation
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/337/REV.1 |
S-IV§7 |
Albania |
2016 |
Sectors |
Non-monetary support |
Agriculture |
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The Inter-sectoral Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development 2014-2020 (ISARD) which was adopted on 29 October 2014 lays out the Government's programme for the sector, in line with the overall objective of moving towards integration into the EU. The authorities note that the ISARD reflects the EU's approach for the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2014-2020. The strategy is supported by the EU's IPARD. The ISARD intends to introduce various measures including financial support measures, promotion of investment (e.g. in physical assets of agricultural holdings), support for the setting up of producers' groups, and the adoption of quality schemes (e.g. organic products, products with protected designation of origin and geographical indication). The Government estimates that expenses plus investments to implement the strategy will be €93 million for the period between 2014 and 2020.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/338/REV.1 |
S-IV§8 |
United Arab Emirates |
2016 |
Sectors |
Non-monetary support |
Agriculture |
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The MOEW (Ministry of Environment and Water) encourages the use of modern technology in agriculture, including modern irrigation and hydroponics in order to conserve water while it also provides extension services to farmers in order to increase productivity. Organic farming is encouraged to improve environmental and economic sustainability and reduce the use of chemical inputs.
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Conservation
Natural resources
Organic
Environment
Sustainable
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/338/REV.1 |
S-IV§9 |
United Arab Emirates |
2016 |
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Agriculture |
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Since 2007, the Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority (ADFCA) has been responsible for developing agricultural policies in the emirate and the Abu Dhabi Farmers' Services Centre (ADFSC) is responsible for implementing the policy. Under the Agriculture and Food Safety Policy of 2012 policies for agricultural production are focused on: efficient use of land and water; assistance to producers to ensure environmental and economically sustainable production; and improving animal and plant health, including through protection of genetic resources. The policy also sets out, in general terms, common agricultural policies for research and development, social support, control of inputs, animal welfare, extension and training services, and compliance measures.
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Natural resources
Environment
Sustainable
Genetic
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/338/REV.1 |
S-IV§22 |
United Arab Emirates |
2016 |
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Non-monetary support |
Fisheries |
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In addition to the production of fish and other seafood products, the focus of aquaculture is to support the rebuilding of wild stocks and the long-term future of fish capture. In 1984 the Marine Environment Research Department (MERD) was established in Umm al-Quwain which, inter alia, produces fingerlings of local species for release into coastal waters under sponsored governmental policy.
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Fish
Environment
Wildlife
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/340/REV.1 |
S-IV§7 |
Zambia |
2016 |
Sectors |
Non-monetary support |
Agriculture |
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The Revised Sixth National Development Plan (R-SNDP) considers agriculture, including livestock and fishery, to be one of the main stepping stones for diversifying Zambia's economy. Its ambitions include several infrastructural investments to support agricultural development, as well as food security, in an environmentally sustainable manner.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/340/REV.1 |
S-IV§26 |
Zambia |
2016 |
Sectors |
Non-monetary support |
Agriculture |
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During the review period, Zambia notified to the WTO that it did not subsidize its exports of agricultural goods for the period 2003-10. It also notified that during calendar years 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2012, all domestic support related to Green Box measures. The main areas of public support were development programmes in the framework of the Fertilizer Support Programme; research; agro-economic services; veterinary and phytosanitary services and quality control; resource conservation and environmental management; as well as actions related to public stock holding for strategic food reserves.
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Natural resources
Conservation
Environment
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/339 |
G-IV§95 |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
2016 |
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Non-monetary support |
Services |
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The plan envisages making the DRC the third most popular destination for tourism in sub Saharan Africa by 2030. The associated action plan includes restoring national parks and access routes to promote green tourism. There are also plans to add value to the reserves and nature sites by improving and increasing accommodation in the vicinity.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/339 |
S-IV§30 |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
2016 |
Sectors |
Non-monetary support |
Fisheries |
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According to the authorities, an international integrated project for the development and support of fisheries (PRODAP) grouping four countries (Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia and the DRC) has been developed. Its main deliverables are the construction of three fishing schools, joint surveillance of the waters of Lake Tanganyika through the purchase of four fishery launches, the construction of a fully equipped wharf, harmonization of fishing legislation among the countries concerned, etc. In addition, the fisheries administration has trained over 6,000 fishermen throughout the country in co management systems and disseminated the code of conduct for responsible fisheries.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/339 |
S-IV§36 |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
2016 |
Sectors |
Non-monetary support |
Forestry |
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According to the authorities, the DRC is committed to the protection of the environment and the sustainable management of forests and natural resources. To this end, the Support for Sustainable Forest Management project (AGEDUFOR), backed by the French Development Agency (AFD), aims to support this process by focusing on: (i) capacity building for the central and provincial administrations for the validation, monitoring and implementation of forest development plans; (ii) capacity building for timber companies; and (iii) strengthening of the institutional framework for sustainable management of forests and information on international mechanisms linked to sustainable management.
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Environment
Sustainable
Forest
Natural resources
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