An action plan is now needed to put the new strategy into operation. Implementation of the strategy would also benefit from an assessment of the efficiency and effectiveness of existing policy instruments. The government is committed to achieving the Aichi targets of protecting 17% of terrestrial areas and 10% of marine areas by 2020. Colombia considers that protected areas cover about 12% of terrestrial areas and 9.2% of marine areas. However, the latter estimate is more than that which is currently assessed using IUCN criteria and includes an area which has been the subject of an international dispute. This suggests that a significant effort will be required, particularly for marine areas.