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The International Waters Project (IWP) is a seven-year project aimed at addressing the root causes of degradation in Pacific island international waters. The coastal component of the IWP supports the establishment of 'pilot' projects in each of 14 participating countries. Among other things, the project aims to address economic incentives that result in unsustainable practices.

Practioners representing national, regional and international agencies, tertiary institutions and non-government organizations involved in coastal management met at the offices of the South Pacific Applied Geosciences Commission (SOPAC) 10-12 December 2003. The meeting was convened by the Secretariat for the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) to discuss current initiatives and emerging issues relating to coastal management in the Pacific Islands region.