Fishing is carried out sustainably and in ecologically safe limits (fishing mortality (F) is lower than the level that would provide maximum sustainable yield (Fmsy)).

Improving the condition of economically important fish stocks: 65% of economically important fish stocks in Estonian waters are in good status (PÕKA: total 38 fish stocks, of which 23 marine stocks/populations).

Increasing the marine research capacity and improving the marine educational activities. All features covered for all related descriptors.

75% of predominant pressure and impact indicators under primary criteria are showing good environmental status and 25% of the indicators are showing improvement trends towards achieving good environmental status. All features covered for all related descriptors.

Data used for MSFD assessment is available as spatial datasets. All features are addressed across all descriptors, with no specific feature singled out for emphasis.

Methodolog(y)ies for assessing climate change, anthropogenic pressures and their mutual impacts affecting marine ecosystems are developed through regional cooperation. All features are addressed across all descriptors, with no specific feature singled out for emphasis.

Data coverage is sufficient in order to assess entire marine area using indicators described under MSFD primary criteria and HELCOM core indicators. Relevant for all descriptors and climate change, with particular emphasis on D4/D1, D11, and D8.

Strengthening fisheries control in the Baltic Sea and at coastal landing sites (inspection of fishing vessels and professional fishermen).