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perform to its optimum. While fisheries falls under the Union’s ministry of agriculture and fisheries,
each island in Comoros has a directorate of fisheries appointed by the governor.

The National Institute for Agriculture, Fisheries and Environment (NIAFE): is responsible for
conducting research fisheries and its related biological and socio-economic dynamics. Although the
Institute is lauded for its scientific research contribution to the fisheries sectors, it functions has been Country Profile
limited by the absence of fisheries plan, financial empowerment and limited training. The Republic of Comoros

The Directorate of Marine Affairs of the Ministry of Transport: has the mandate to register
vessels flying Comorian flag. In the past vessel, a private company conducted registration (FAO,
2014). The Directorate has to ensure vessels satisfy and live up to the marine safety standards before
registration.

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