The EU Strategy for the Atlantic Region

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The EU Strategy for the Atlantic RegionFrom maritime policy to a macro-regional strategy for the Atlantic

AN ULTRAPERIPHERAL PERSPECTIVE

Paulo Oliveira Madeira Regional Autonomous Government

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• Ultraperipheral Archipelago • 500 km to Africa/ 800 to Europe• Two main islands • 800 Km2 and ## coast line

• Population (2011): 247 484 • Dens.: 308, 9 hab/km2

• 75% of population /35% of territory• Major cities in coastal areas• Socio economic activities important input from the sea

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

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Two way Holistic approachTwo way Holistic approachChallenges and opportunitiesChallenges and opportunities

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TOP 6 recommendations in fields where a Macaronesia based approach can TOP 6 recommendations in fields where a Macaronesia based approach can make a two way strong contribution for the strategy make a two way strong contribution for the strategy

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Macaronesia ultraperipheral location should be seen as an opportunity for the strategy…

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The strategy should focus on he established EU legislation making a local and regional approach...