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Attendance and speakers
Agnès Pannier-Runacher, French Minister for Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forestry, the Sea and Fisheries, will be present alongside Claude Roustan, President of the FNPF.
The congress will also be enriched by contributions from institutional figures, including Members of Parliament and Senators, as well as experts from the French Biodiversity Office, the Water Agencies and EDF Hydro.
Topics covered
Water policy
- Trusteeship: discussion on the fear of water policy being placed under trusteeship and the major changes it is undergoing.
- Politicization: analysis of the politicization of this essential public policy.
Environmental policing
- Current situation: assessment of the situation of the environmental police and the challenges it faces.
Aquatic biodiversity
- Endangered species: examination of the imminent danger of the disappearance of certain migratory fish, such as eels and salmon.
- Ecosystem balance: discussion of the balance within aquatic ecosystems, including species such as cormorants and catfish.
Signature of the Framework Agreement
The speeches and presentations will be followed by the signing of the Framework Agreement on the actions of approved freshwater recreational fishing associations for the restoration and protection of aquatic environments. This agreement will cover the period from 2025 to 2030.
The FNPF Congress is an ideal opportunity to share strong convictions and discuss major issues relating to water policy, biodiversity and the challenges facing recreational fishing. With the participation of key personalities and experts, this event promises to be an important moment for the future of aquatic resource management and protection in France.
