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ABOUT

BLUE PROSPERITY MICRONESIA

Blue Prosperity Micronesia (BPM) is a program to support the sustainable growth of marine resources in

the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). This program is government-led, with the goal to optimize ocean

uses, protect 30% of FSM’s waters, strengthen fisheries management, and support the development of

marine industries.
 

BPM brings a holistic approach based on best available science and stakeholder participation to build a

healthier marine environment that will benefit future generations. Since launching in July 2019, BPM has

made significant strides towards better management of FSM’s ocean for increased ocean health, food

security, economic opportunity and climate change resilience.

OUR
APPROACH

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BLUE

ECONOMY

Support sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth while preserving the health of our ocean

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MARINE SPATIAL
PLANNING

Similar to land-based zoning, MSP is a science-based, participatory process to create a holistic plan for FSM’s ocean.

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SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES

Provide resources to improve fisheries management, monitoring and enforcement strategies

WHO'S 
INVOLVED

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BPM is a partnership between the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia, the Micronesia Conservation Trust and the Blue Prosperity Coalition. National and State governments lead with strategic decision-making and technical guidance. The Micronesia Conservation Trust provides implementation support to government and international partners. The Blue Prosperity Coalition brings funding and technical expertise.

  • Blue Prosperity Micronesia is implemented through a National Task Force. Member agencies include:

  • FSM Department of Resources & Development (Chair)

  • National Oceanic and Resource Management Authority

  • Department of Finance

  • Department of Justice

  • Department of Environment, Climate Change and Emergency Management

  • Department of Foreign Affairs

  • Office of National Archive, Culture and Historic Preservation

  • Chuuk State Department of Marine Resources

  • Kosrae State Department of Resources & Economic Affairs

  • Pohnpei State Department of Resources & Development

  • Yap State Department of Resources & Development

 

The National Task Force is supported by a network of government technical experts, NGOs, and academic institutions who are organized in three Working Groups focused on Marine Spatial Planning, Sustainable Fisheries and Blue Economy.

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