Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources(BFAR)

Dear eFOI user,

Dear eFOI User,

Thank you for your request submitted on November 28, 2024, regarding the status of the implementation of the Vessel Monitoring System, under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.

We acknowledge receipt of your request and would like to inform you that we are processing it. We will provide a response on or before December 19, 2024, in compliance with the implementing rules and regulations of the Executive Order.

Should you have any questions regarding this request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal for request with ticket number #BFAR-064073855496.

Further, please be advised that this is a public site, and any information shared in this conversation thread will be visible to the public. Therefore, we kindly request that you refrain from disclosing any sensitive personal information or data in this thread.

Thank you.

Respectfully,

FOI Officer

Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

Dear eFOI User,

Thank you for your request dated November 28, 2024, under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.

Please be informed that the BFAR-Vessel Monitoring System is still processing your request. As such, we kindly request an extension for providing the requested information.

We appreciate your understanding and patience. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Thank you.

Respectfully,
FOI Officer
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

Dear eFOI user,

Thank you for your request dated November 28, 2024, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
You have requested the number of FOI users from 2016 to the present.

I am pleased to inform you that your FOI request has been approved. Please note that it may includes the data you require.

With regards to the status of implementation of the Fisheries Administrative Order (FAO) No. 266 series of 2020, we would like to inform that based on your inquiry, A Memorandum was issued by the Executive Secretary dated June 23, 2023 directing the DA and BFAR to implement FAO 266 nationwide, excluding fishing operators which have been granted injunctive relief by the courts, subject to applicable rules and regulations. 

In accordance with the memorandum, the Bureau has resumed the installation of VMS transceivers to Philippine-flagged commercial fishing vessels, excluding fishing operators which have been granted injunctive relief. 

Additionally, the Bureau has initiated several administrative cases against fishing vessels that engage in fishing activities without adhering to the vessel monitoring requirements and electronic reporting system mandated by FAO 266

To improve our services in providing informations, please click the link below or scan the QR code for feedback purpose. Please provide the Tracking Number of your request on the system to improve our service on that specific matter. Your feedback is highly appreciated.

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If you are dissatisfied with our response to your FOI request, you have the option to request an internal review. To initiate this process, kindly submit your written appeal for review addressed to Mr. Isidro M. Velayo, Jr., MDM, Officer-in-Charge of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources at [email protected]. Please provide a detailed explanation of your dissatisfaction with our response within 15 calendar days from the date of receiving this response. We will conduct the review and communicate the outcome within 30 calendar days from the receipt of your review request.

Should you remain unsatisfied with the review outcome, you retain the right to appeal to the Office of the President under Administrative Order No. 22 (s. 2011).

Thank you.

Respectfully,

FOI Officer

Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources