Document Number:
WS-DmPH-18/02
Submitted By:
Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)
Approved By:
Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)
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Abstract
The proposed boundaries of the Weddell Sea MPA (WSMPA) include the significant area of 1.3 million km². It is shown that the WSMPA boundaries should be revised in compliance with sea-ice conditions for vessel navigation being a fundamental factor for the successful completion of assigned research tasks in designated areas.