A Framework for Monitoring and Assessing Socioeconomics and Governance of Large Marine Ecosystems (original) (raw)

The paper presents a comprehensive framework for monitoring and assessing the socioeconomics and governance aspects of Large Marine Ecosystems (LMEs). It highlights the shift from traditional single-resource management to an integrated ecosystem approach, emphasizing the interdependence of marine resources and the impact of human activities across jurisdictional boundaries. The framework aims to facilitate sustainable development and effective protection of marine environments by incorporating governance and socioeconomic factors into the management of LMEs.