Ghana has strengthened its commitment to a sustainable Blue Economy following high-level discussions with the Royal Norwegian Embassy over a proposed Ocean for Development Programme Ghana.
The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Honourable Emelia Arthur, welcomed the Norwegian group, which was led by Ambassador His Excellency Dr. John Mikal Kvistad, along with representatives from the Ministry and the Fisheries Commission.
Both nations reaffirmed their shared commitment to sustainable ocean governance under the High-Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy at the meeting, which comes after Norway formally pledged to support Ghana’s Blue Economy Strategy.
Priority topics discussed were blue finance, inclusivity, research and digital innovation, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, marine ecosystem conservation, and maritime security, especially the battle against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
The initiative would be demand-driven and in line with Ghana’s national priorities, with a strong emphasis on institutional coordination and long-term effect, according to Norwegian partners.
While Ghana’s team described the main goals and expectations to direct the collaboration, Norad officials gave a summary of the proposed effort.
Both parties decided to proceed with technical engagements, which included identifying focal points and creating a thorough program framework.
Prior to a formal bilateral agreement, the effort will start with an inception phase that focuses on planning and technical cooperation.
The collaboration is anticipated to be crucial in turning Ghana’s inland and marine aquatic resources into engines of shared prosperity, resilience, and sustainable growth.
Source: newsthemegh.com