SIMNORAT - Conceptual method: major steps (D3)
Creators
- 1. UAVR
- 2. IEO
- 3. CEREMA
- 4. AFB
Description
Component: 1.3.1 Develop and propose a conceptual methodology for transboundary MSP in the Northern Atlantic, with operational details on selected aspects
Sub-component: 1.3.1.1 Conceptual method: major steps
Despite the lack a common, accepted specific methodology for transboundary MSP, there are several examples of transboundary marine pilot planning initiatives (North Sea, Baltic Sea, Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea). In this exercise, the main methodologies for transboundary MSP, of each of these projects/planning initiatives are analyzed, in a sea basin scale. The choice on the examples presented was made according to their relevance in transboundary MSP methodologies in the European context.
A solution to the challenge of the implementation of MSP on a transboundary level should be based on the bioregions that have been demarcated by the ICES in 2004. This would ensure that EB-MSP is implemented at a bioregional level and the overlaps and conflicting issues between countries are identified and addressed before each country goes into developing MSP for their various jurisdictional areas. Examples can be drawn from the Baltic Sea MSP initiatives. International agreements and policies are critical in ensuring planning beyond jurisdictional boundaries by developing common visions and goals. Countries with shared high level goals and commitments can use them as a point of departure for developing cooperation in cross border MSP (Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel-GEF, 2012).
Accordingly to the literature review and case studies analysis the major steps and principles where identified and described having a special consideration to link them to the Ecosystem Based Approach in a Transboundary context: Pre-planning; Analysis; Planning; Implementation; Monitoring; Evaluation; Stakeholder engagement; Communication.
The next step was to undertake a SWOT analysis for each step identified having in consideration the visions of each of the countries partners.
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