The interface of the governance of the commons and the recognition of rights of nature
is not hard to find. The common pool resources such as fisheries, forests, air, and water among
others are part of nature to which we are all a part of and to which we are highly dependent
for our well-being and existence. Viewing such interface from specific country context can
provide a better understanding of viable management strategies and development
programming in terms of how we have to relate with Mother Nature and protect the very right
that we want to be recognized. Ultimately for the protection of our right to environment and
nature itself. Any effort to manage the commons and protect the rights of nature requires
collective action and collaboration by all stakeholders, whether state or non-state actors.