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The Regional Government has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Oceano Azul Foundation and the National Geographic Society to assess and strengthen the Marine Protected Areas Network.
Through Resolution no. 272/2026, the Regional Government of Madeira has authorized the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Oceano Azul Foundation, ARDITI, and the National Geographic Society's Pristine Seas program. The objective is active cooperation in the assessment and strengthening of the Region's Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Network.
This partnership aims to:
The initiative reinforces Madeira's pioneering role in ocean management, at a time when the region is assuming increased responsibilities under the OSPAR Convention.
The Regional Government has approved the plan for the 2026 summer season, focusing on prevention and surveillance in high-risk areas.
The Madeira Government has approved the amounts that tobacco producers must pay to municipalities to offset the costs of cleaning plastic filters in 2026 and 2027.
The Regional Secretariat for Tourism, Environment and Culture has officially released the list of bathing waters, their respective seasons, and beaches with lifeguard supervision for the current season.