This regional overview focuses on introducing the existing national and international legal frameworks in NOWPAP member states - related to environmental protection. It has been finalized based on the latest data and information provided by NOWPAP member states and provides useful information for people who may be interested in taking a glimpse at the current situation (legal aspects) in the region.
Regional Overview of Legal Aspects of the Protection and Management of the Marine and Coastal Environment of the Northwest Pacific Region (2007)
Implementation of NOWPAP contributes to the Global Programme of Action for the Protection of the Marine Environment from Land-based Activities (GPA) in the Northwest Pacific region.