SOMACORE
The programme aims to strengthen the resilience of the region’s ecosystems and communities in transnational seascapes through protection, good governance and effective management of coastal and marine biodiversity. Konservasi Indonesia, collaborating with Conservation International Timor-Leste, is the main implementing agency of the programme with the focus on the Lesser Sunda Seascape.
The programme pursues the following objectives:
- Promote the protection of biodiversity in transnational 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
West Nusa Tenggara: Sumbawa District, Saleh Bay
East Nusa Tenggara: Belu District
Maluku: Southwest Maluku District, Wetar Island

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Konservasi Indonesia
Political Partners
- Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries - Indonesia
- Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries and Food Security (CTI-CFF)
Policy Priorities
Supporting Government of Indonesia to achieve its national target in marine conservation efforts through implementation of strategic national documents and regulations, including:
- MPA 30 x 45
- Ministerial Regulation of Marine Affairs and Fisheries No. 31/2020 on management of conservation areas
- National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2025-2029
Relevant Links: https://www.international-climate-initiative.com/PROJECT1823-1