Optimizing the applications of Marine Explorer, a marine Geographical Information System (GIS), in fishery research and resource management in Southeast Asian region
Abstract
This paper describes a project that has just been initiated by MFRDMD, to promote the application of Marine Explorer, a marine Geographical Information System (GIS), in fisheries research and resources management in the Southeast Asian region. Features and functions of Marine Explorer are briefly described. Two case studies are reviewed. Steps to materialize the application of the GIS in fishery research and resources management for this region are also listed and discussed.
Suggested Citation
Ali, R. bin, Hassan, R. B. bin R., Yaacob, K. K. bin K., Muhamad, T. R. bt. T., Fujiwara, S., Shiomi, K., & Itoh, K. (2000). Optimizing the applications of Marine Explorer, a marine Geographical Information System (GIS), in fishery research and resource management in Southeast Asian region. In Report of the Fourth Regional Workshop on Shared Stocks: Research and Management in the South China Sea (pp. 220-232). Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia: Marine Fishery Resources Development and Management Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center.