In April, the United States government opened one million square kilometres of the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument to commercial fishing, overturning a decade-long prohibition against fishing in the area. This action was followed by legal challenges, and courts reclosed the area in August as part of the ongoing legal battle. Additionally, other designated marine protected areas, such as the Papahānaumokuākea, Rose Atoll, and Northeast Canyons and Seamounts marine national monuments, are currently under review, suggesting a potential shift in environmental policy regarding marine conservation.
In April, the United States opened one million square kilometres of the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument to commercial fishing, which had been prohibited for a decade.
Courts reclosed the area this August due to an ongoing legal battle, indicating the contentious nature of marine conservation efforts.
Other protected marine areas, such as the Papahānaumokuākea, Rose Atoll, and Northeast Canyons and Seamounts monuments, are currently under review, reflecting a shift in policy focus.
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