SOMACORE
The programme aims to strengthen the resilience of the region’s ecosystems and communities in transboundary seascapes through protection, good governance and effective management of coastal and marine biodiversity. Geographically, the programme focuses on the Sulu-Sulawesi Seascape (Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines), Bismarck Solomon Seascape (Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands), and Lesser Sunda Seascape (Indonesia, Timor-Leste).
The programme pursues the following objectives:
- Promote the protection of biodiversity in transboundary habitats by reducing pressure on ecosystems and mitigating resource use conflicts through appropriate and equitable management and monitoring regimes.
- Strengthen the social and economic resilience of communities through fair access to and better management of marine resources.
- Support the development and implementation of regional and international policies aimed at the protection of marine and coastal areas.
Project Overview
01.07.2022 - 30.06.2027
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Papua Nugini, Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste
Sulu-Sulawesi marine region, Bismarck Solomon marine region, Lesser Sunda marine region

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Indonesia Locally Managed Marine Areas (ILMMA) Network
Political Partners
Ministry of Environment and Forestry - lndonesia
Policy Priorities
N/A
Relevant Links: https://www.international-climate-initiative.com/PROJECT1823-1