State of the Marine Environment Report for the East Asian Seas 2009

This report has been prepared with the intention of providing the latest scientifically credible information in order to raise awareness amongst policy makers and the general public regarding the state and trend in the region’s marine environment through a number of facets: Presenting the current status and projected trends for the coastal and marine environment. Analyzing all ongoing management initiatives at national and regional levels. Identifying emerging coastal and marine environmental issues. Analyzing case studies (e.g. economic valuation), best practices, and effective management measures to address current and emerging coastal and marine environmental concerns.