Ras Al Khaimah’s Executive Council has implemented Resolution No. 18/2025, introducing comprehensive restrictions on hunting equipment throughout the emirate.

The new legislation prohibits the manufacture, import, trade, sale, possession and use of devices designed to attract birds, wild animals, and marine creatures. The Environment Protection & Development Authority will oversee the implementation and enforcement of these regulations.

The resolution establishes a framework for penalties against violations and aligns with existing federal environmental protection laws. It specifically targets unauthorised hunting methods that could affect local wildlife populations.

Under the new measures, the Authority will coordinate with relevant government bodies to monitor compliance and enforce the restrictions. The resolution introduces specific fines for violations, though the exact amounts have not been disclosed in the announcement.

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