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    Comments and Proposals Regarding the Development of MPAs for Spatial Management in the CCAMLR Convention Area

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    Document Number:
    SC-CAMLR-XXXVII/18
    Author(s):
    Delegation of the Russian Federation
    Submitted By:
    Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)
    Approved By:
    Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)
    Agenda Item(s)
    SC-CAMLR-XXXVII - 6.1.1 - Review of scientific analysis relevant to existing MPAs including the scientific requirements for research and monitoring plans for MPAs
    CCAMLR-XXXVII - 6.1 - Review of existing marine protected areas (MPAs)
    Abstract

    Establishing MPAs for spatial management in the Convention Area requires the preliminary development of a unified approach and unified criteria supported with adequate scientific information and should be enshrined in CCAMLR conservation measures. Relevant proposals are discussed herein.