Priority Elements for scientific research and monitoring in support of the Weddell Sea Marine Protected Area Phase 2

This document presents the draft priority elements for scientific research and monitoring in support of the proposed Weddell Sea Marine Protected Area Phase 2. The priority elements include suggestions from the WSMPA Phase 2 Research and Monitoring Plan (RMP) workshop (Oslo, Norway, 22-26 April 2024). We encourage colleagues to review the material and provide comments and recommendations. We would like to thank the CCAMLR members and observers who have contributed to the discussions and provided suggestions to improve the priority elements and associated material.