The Ministry of Marine Resources and UNDP Libya signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Tripoli last Thursday (16 April) to advance Libya’s Blue Economy.
The UNDP said with its extensive Mediterranean coastline, Libya is strategically positioned to diversify its economy, create employment, and ensure food security through the sustainable management of marine resources. This partnership establishes a framework for collaboration across key areas, including the development of a National Blue Economy Strategy, strengthening institutional capacities, advancing aquaculture, and protecting marine ecosystems.
The agreement builds on ongoing collaboration supported by the Government of Italy, aiming to translate policy priorities into investable programmes that deliver tangible benefits for Libya’s coastal communities.
Sophie Kemkhadze, UNDP Resident Representative in Libya, stated: “The Blue Economy offers a pathway to diversify the economy while protecting marine ecosystems and creating new opportunities for communities along the coast.”
