ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES IN MARINE PROTECTED AREAS

Abstract

Coastal communities are facing growing danger due to massive industrialisation, not all of which is necessarily waterfront-based.  As a result, these communities are already working to preserve and maintain access to their traditional fishing grounds. However, the development of ports, petrochemical complexes, energy, tourism, and other commercial operations has created a contentious environment between those who rely on coastal areas for their survival and those who are in charge of overseeing new business ventures. Therefore, any strategy aimed at establishing and strengthening new MPAs must take into account the realities of coastal regions.  Assessing the Effectiveness of Adaptive Management Strategies in Marine Protected Areas (MPA) is the focus of this study. This study employs a fundamental definition of MPAs to navigate its analysis, recognising the necessity for more in-depth examination as the guidelines take shape. It acknowledges that the legal and practical impediments faced by MPAs can fluctuate depending on their location within legally stipulated ocean zones.