After an intense and insightful morning session, the afternoon focused on the conditions needed to build a joint governance model for the area—one capable of overcoming regulatory fragmentation and enhancing existing synergies. Discussions also addressed the conservation of ecological integrity, sustainable fishing, and strategies for the management of marine areas and species to strengthen the effectiveness of protection policies and promote an integrated and shared approach.
Speakers included:
• Aylin Akkaya (Montenegro Dolphin Research)
• Rigers Bakiu (Head of the Aquaculture Research Group, Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries, Agricultural University of Tirana)
• Carole Martinez (Policy Officer, MedPan)
• Daniele Piazzolla (Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change Foundation)
• Vittoria Gnetti (Representative of MedReact)
The day highlighted the concrete commitment to protecting and enhancing the marine environment in the Adriatic area.
A heartfelt thank you to all the speakers, project partners, and institutional representatives who contributed with vision, expertise, and passion.
