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OPINION (11267/2024 – C100087/2024 – 2024/0133(NLE))

On the draft Council decision on the conclusion, on behalf of the European Union, of the Protocol (2024-2029) implementing the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the European Community and the Republic of Cabo Verde

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Committee on Development · Rapporteur: Rosa Estaràs Ferragut

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The Committee on Development proposes approving the Protocol (2024-2029) to the EU–Cabo Verde Fisheries Partnership Agreement, which allows EU vessels to fish tuna in Cabo Verde's waters and supports sustainable fisheries.

Committee position. The Committee on Development proposes that the Protocol be approved and calls on the Committee on Fisheries to recommend approval of the draft Council decision.

Key points

  1. The Protocol covers five years and lets Union vessels access Cabo Verde's fishing zone for tuna and associated species, respecting ICCAT measures.
  2. The EU's annual financial contribution is EUR 780 000: EUR 350 000 for access and EUR 430 000 for sectoral policy development, an increase in sectoral support.
  3. The Committee highlights challenges like overfishing, illegal fishing, climate change, and women's marginalisation in Cabo Verde's fisheries.
  4. The Committee recommends approval of the draft Council decision concluding the Protocol.

Who is affected

  • EU vessels fishing for tuna in Cabo Verde's waters.
  • Cabo Verde's fisheries sector, including local communities and women.

Figures and deadlines

  • EUR 780 000 per year total financial contribution.
  • EUR 350 000 per year for access to fishery resources.
  • EUR 430 000 per year for sectoral fisheries policy development.