Circular 06/2024/TT-BNNPTNT amending and supplementing a number of articles of Circular No. 23/2018/TT-BNNPTNT dated November 15, 2018 of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development regulating fishing vessel inspectors; recognition of fishing vessel inspection facilities; ensuring technical safety of fishing vessels and fisheries control vessels; registration of fishing vessels and fisheries service vessels; deregistration of fishing vessels and marking of fishing vessels.

This Vietnamese government Circular (No. 06/2024/TT-BNNPTNT), issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, amends Circular No. 23/2018/TT-BNNPTNT. It introduces new provisions for registering fishing vessels, including updated documentation requirements, deadlines for submission, and a new registration form (Appendix XII). It also mandates provincial authorities to publish lists of vessels lacking complete registration documents. The attached registration form requires detailed vessel specifications, ownership history, and legal documentation, with confirmation from local authorities.
The Standard emphasizes internal audits, documentation, and training for farm managers and workers. It requires compliance with environmental regulations and biodiversity protection, and mandates safe working conditions and fair labor practices. VietGAP-certified farms must maintain detailed records and implement systems to distinguish certified products.