Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) Phase 2

About this project

Building on the results of Phase 1, MSP Phase 2 aims to move from planning to implementation by strengthening marine spatial planning as a continuous, knowledge-driven process. The project will support policy development at national level and practical application in selected coastal provinces, with particular emphasis on improving data systems, analytical tools and institutional capacity to generate, share and use knowledge across sectors. Through structured processes for coordination, learning and adaptation, MSP will be further developed as a dynamic framework that evolves over time, rather than a one-off plan. By combining science-based information with practical experience from implementation, and by aligning sector priorities and investments, the project seeks to translate existing knowledge into operational decision-making that balances economic development with marine conservation and provides a more predictable foundation for long-term ocean management. This foundation is vital as Viet Nam undergoes administrative restructuring and institutional mergers. The project provides a technical anchor to ensure MSP and Integrated Coastal Management (ICM) frameworks remain robust and functional during the 2026 - 2030 stabilization period, safeguarding strategic goals during this transition.

Goals

Sustainable Development Goals this project works towards

• 14Life Below Water

Published by

Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation · Government

Countries

Vietnam

Sectors

Environmental policy and administrative management

Focus

Environment · Main focusClimate adaptation · Also contributes

Funded by

Norwegian Government

Implemented by

UNDP - UN Development Programme

Passes funds through

Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Embassies

Published by Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 11 Jun 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: NO-BRC-971277882-SRV-25/0001.

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