In 2008, the Seychelles president, James Michel, shifted his country’s strategic focus to what has become known as the Blue Economy. World Bank defines the Blue Economy as the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs, while preserving the health of ocean ecosystem. Will we see changes in strategic economic approaches this year, and will concrete steps be taken to grow each country’s Blue Economy? Just imagine what increased focus on Africa’s Blue Economy could do for the continent. Author: Mr Mokrane Sabri, Senior Trade Manager and Maritime Expert for North Africa & Middle EastDistributed by APO Group on behalf of Mr Mokrane SABRI.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 08, 2021 16:52 UTC