Earlier, newly elected Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, known for his promise to build a “re-invented partnership with the EU,” announced an in-depth reform of key sectors of the national economy, including fisheries.

On May 27, the EU listed Senegal as a non-cooperating country in the fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing.

“Deficiencies […] relate to vessels flying the flag of Senegal and operating in waters outside the country’s jurisdiction, as well as in the controls carried out on foreign fishing vessels at Dakar port,” the document read.

However, the “yellow card” does not entail measures affecting trade. The Commission also said it’s opening a formal dialogue with Senegal and is ready to support the country in the fight against IUU fishing.

⏰ Earlier in May, Faye said his country will evaluate fishing agreements and licenses negotiated with its partners, including the European Union, to ensure that they are optimized to benefit the industry.