The document outlines the Concept for the Development of the Fisheries Sector, adopted to ensure the sustainable use of fish resources while preserving biodiversity and restoring endangered species. It describes major ecological challenges, such as habitat degradation, water pollution and eutrophication, overfishing, invasive species, and the impacts of climate change. The Concept aligns national fisheries policy with international biodiversity agreements and previous national strategies. A significant portion of the document assesses the current state of fisheries, noting declines in fish stocks, especially valuable predatory species, due to excessive fishing pressure, habitat loss, and insufficient restocking. It highlights the dominance of recreational fishing—far exceeding commercial catches—and identifies key structural problems such as outdated regulations, limited research funding, weak enforcement, and inefficient use of rented fishing grounds. The ecological condition of waterbodies shows varying levels of pollution, leading to changes in fish communities and threats to native species. To address these challenges, the Concept proposes a broad set of measures for sustainable fisheries management, including improving legislation, enhancing scientific research, restoring habitats, increasing restocking with valuable species, strengthening protection against poaching, and promoting recreational and sport fishing as economic opportunities. Implementation is structured across several stages through national programs (2016–2020, 2021–2025, and beyond). The expected outcomes include healthier fish populations, increased public engagement in fishing, growth in recreational fishing tourism, and overall improved ecological and economic performance of the fisheries sector.
بيلاروس · 2015-06-02