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Blue economy policy to strengthen coordination in marine resource management - Fisheries Minister

By Irene Wirekoaa Osei, ISD II Contributor

The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Mrs Emelia Arthur, has disclosed that the proposed National Blue Economy Policy will address gaps in the management of Ghana’s marine and inland resources through a coordinated approach across government institutions.

Speaking at a Stakeholder Validation Workshop held on Monday in Accra, she said the policy positions the Blue Economy as a driver of sustainable growth.

She stated that the framework seeks to improve coordination in the use of marine and freshwater resources while supporting economic activity, strengthening food security and protecting the environment.

She noted that the policy, built on six pillars, includes wealth creation, environmental health, knowledge development, financing, equity, and safety and security.

According to the minister, its implementation will depend on the commitment of all stakeholders to ensure the framework delivers expected outcomes.

The workshop brought together stakeholders to review and refine the country’s zero-draft Blue Economy framework as part of efforts to develop a unified national policy.

Participants at the workshop engaged in presentations and detailed discussions aimed at refining the policy and reaching consensus on a national approach to managing Ghana’s marine and inland water resources.

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