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New Marine Protected Areas in Maluku Established
ByCoral Triangle Center July 6, 2021

Good news has arrived for marine conservation in Indonesia. The Indonesian Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) has officially designated four new marine protected areas (MPAs) in Maluku Province to be fully established by the end of June 2021. CTC is proud to significantly contribute in the establishment of three out of those four…

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Long-boat “Mameng” Aims to Help Monitor Marine Biodiversity in the Banda Sea
ByCoral Triangle Center June 27, 2021

Since obtaining official recognition from the Maluku Provincial Government in 2019, the Neilaka Community Surveillance Group (Pokmaswas) of Rhun Island in the Banda Sea, has consistently demonstrated dedication to safeguarding the marine protected area (MPA) around the island from all possible threats. To support Pokmaswas Neilaka in conducting regular monitoring, CTC has supported the building…

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