FOUNDATIONS OF THE STRATEGY

THE UNDERLYING PRINCIPLES

Collective Commitment

The essence of the coastal strategy is to solicit commitment from all the stakeholders in the form of a joint declaration elucidating the shared vision of the local stakeholders, including government, industry, private sector, civil society and the academe to sustainably transform and manage their environment according to Principle 3 of the Rio Declaration.

Smart Partnership

The formulation of the Strategy is geared towards developing sustainable partnerships among public and private sectors, local and national governments, non-governmental organisations, community-based organisations and others. The stakeholders are expected to be able to identify and define local problems and constraints, and develop and institute actions for win-win solutions to real-life issues.

Integration and Synergy

Existing institutions and their affiliated stakeholders will adopt an integrated approach to addressing sectoral concerns and diversified interests, sharing knowledge and skills and thereby strengthening the overall effort towards achieving the shared vision and mission of the Strategy.

Holistic Framework

The strategy and action plan encompasses a holistic management framework including institutional arrangements, policies and legislation, scientific knowledge and technical expertise, economic instruments, environmental investments, social development and capacity building. The framework also incorporates stakeholder awareness, consensus building and mobilisation to address areas of existing or potential conflict among users and beneficiaries of marine and coastal resources.

Consolidation and Action

Coherent and concrete strategic action plans will be developed and diligently pursued. The international conventions and agreements provide guidance for actions within the framework of strategies at the national and sub-national levels.

THE STRATEGY

INFORM stakeholders of their rights and responsibilities regarding the development and management of coastal and marine resources.

CONSERVE important natural ecosystems and historical and cultural features for future generations.

PROTECT marine, coastal and watershed ecosystems and human health and welfare from environmental risks and threats caused by human activities and natural disasters.

DEVELOP economic opportunities in the coastal and watershed areas of Klang and Kuala Langat in consonance with the social development and environmental management goals of the communities.

IMPLEMENT appropriate policies, regulations and guidelines to achieve sustainable development of the Klang and Kuala Langat watershed and coastal areas.

Foundation of The Strategy
 Inform   Conserve   Protect   Develop   Implement