Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002328/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Fredis Beleris (PPE)
Fisheries management under the common fisheries policy (CFP) is based on the need to ensure environmentally sustainable exploitation of marine biological resources and the long-term viability of the fisheries sector. Unfortunately, specific fish species that have invaded the South-Eastern Mediterranean – in particular the Aegean Sea – are now a particular problem and have become a threat. The impacts of these invasive non-native species affect both biodiversity and fishers. Firstly, their increase in numbers is problematic as they compete with native Mediterranean species, with the reduction of available food and space presenting a key challenge. Secondly, they either cause damage to fishing equipment or to catches, and at the same time, these species have no significant commercial value because they are unfamiliar to the majority of consumers and as a result there is very little demand for them.
In view of the above, the Commission is asked:
- 1.Will it take measures to reinforce scientific research and systematic monitoring of the spread of non-native species?
- 2.Does it intend to strengthen actions to inform and raise awareness among fishers, consumers and the general public about the risks and commercial possibilities associated with these species?
- 3.Does it intend to finance the inclusion of specific measures to limit these populations, with financial incentives for fishers, through the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund?
Submitted: 11.6.2025