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Law No. 9103 on the protection of transboundary lakes.

Country
Type of law
Legislation
Source


Abstract
This Law aims at the environmental protection of transboundary lakes and development of ecosystems. The Law is composed of 26 articles, divided into the following Chapters: (I) General provisions; (II) Protection of transboundary lakes; (III) Use and exploitation; (IV) Environmental permit; (V) Monitoring and management; (VI) Controlling; (VII) Sanctions. Lake administrations shall be set up for the management and protection of transboundary lakes, as provided in article 8. Article 14 lists out those activities which shall not be carried out in transboundary lakes and their watersheds, such as dumping of waste and hazardous substances.
Date of text
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No