Belize Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan 2016. Country/Territory Belize Document type Date 2016 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen., Fisheries, Sea Keyword Biodiversity Climate change Coastal zone management Disasters Environmental security Flood Marine area Marine pollution Pollution control Sustainable development Cultural heritage Fishery management and conservation Food security Sustainable use Geographical area Americas, Central America, Latin America and the Caribbean, LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN FAO, Small Island Developing States Abstract This Plan lays out strategies to facilitate the improved management of coastal and marine resources. The aim is to attain a sustainable future where healthy ecosystems support, and are supported by, thriving local communities and a vibrant economy. The strategic steps are discussed under four thematic areas: (1) Encouraging Sustainable Coastal Resources Use; (2) Supporting Integrated Development Planning; (3) Building Alliances to Benefit Belizeans; and (4) Adapting to Climate Change. For each thematic area, detailed topical issues and activities are addressed and corresponding guiding principles are presented. Full text English