The assessment aligns with the Pacific Coral Reef Action Plan 2021–2030, supporting key action areas such as capacity building, habitat conservation, and research utilisation. Rather than imposing a uniform regional model, the recommendations emphasise tailored approaches that reflect national and sub regional priorities and governance structures, particularly given responsibilities for reef monitoring and management can vary from community-led to government-driven systems. By enhancing fit-for-purpose monitoring frameworks, the initiative aims to increase informed decision-making and foster sustainable coral reef management across the Pacific Small Island Developing States.
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