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Summary

Advancing marine governance in Aotearoa New Zealand

Policy position paper (June 2024)

In recent years, the increasing pressures on Aotearoa New Zealand’s marine environment have exposed critical weaknesses in our current governance frameworks. The rising tide of environmental degradation, coupled with mounting public scrutiny on unsustainable practices, has made it clear that the way we manage and interact with our oceans is in urgent need of transformation. As the world shifts towards sustainability and a broader recognition of non-financial values in natural resource management, a compelling case exists for Aotearoa to revisit the principles that guide our relationship with the marine environment.

Advancing marine governance in Aotearoa New Zealand

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