Marine conservation policy in Seychelles: Current constraints and prospects for improvement

Julian Clifton, Michelle Etienne, David K.A. Barnes, Richard S.K. Barnes, David J. Suggett and David J. Smith

Marine Policy, 2012, vol. 36, issue 3, 823-831

Abstract: The marine assets of Seychelles are fundamental to the national economy through generating income derived from tourism and fisheries. Marine management institutions and policies have undergone radical changes since 2008, reflecting a number of drivers and initiatives at international and national levels. Through using the example of Curieuse Marine National Park in the inner Seychelles, we demonstrate how these are affecting marine conservation with respect to coastal development, governance of marine protected areas and livelihood security within resource-dependent communities. These issues are of significance with respect to the current and future viability of marine conservation and resource management in Seychelles. Potential mitigating strategies are suggested which could lead to more effective governance and conservation of marine protected areas in Seychelles and similar small island developing states.

Keywords: Governance; Marine protected areas; Artisanal fisheries; Small island developing states (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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DOI: 10.1016/j.marpol.2011.11.009

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