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Climate change will have implications for the sustainability of Africa’s fisheries sector, with knock-on consequences for local livelihoods, income, nutrition security, and economic development. The effects of climate...

Building on the World Bank’s Blue Economy approach, which calls for the sustainable and integrated development of economic sectors in a healthy ocean, this report presents lessons learned from expanding...

Executive Summary of Green Growth Framework in Bangladesh The "Green Growth Framework in Bangladesh" is a strategic document that outlines a comprehensive approach to integrating environmental sustainability with economic growth...

Highlights: Over the last two decades, the Government of Egypt (GOE) has pursued its sustainable and resilient development. The Ministry of Environment (MOE) has improved the governance...

Highlights: Recent economic developments Growth slowed to 5.1 percent in 2023 despite exports, mainly tourism, returning to pre-pandemic levels. Inflation eased to 3.7 percent...

Highlights: The purpose of this paper is to provide a practical framework to guide governments in catalyzing and scaling up public and private investment in Blue Carbon as part of their blue economy development...

Cambodia’s coastlines make up a vital component of Cambodia’s national economy, contributing to the country’s growth, employment, and food security. In addition, Cambodia’s coastal areas provide critical...

Highlights: With its rich blue assets in the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, Morocco has a high potential for developing its Blue Economy. The growth of Morocco’s...

Tunisia enjoys undeniable assets with its 1300 km of continental coastline-home to 7.6 million people (more than two-thirds of its population), who depend heavily on the exploitation...

Chapter 3 focuses on the blue economy, in particular on the fisheries and aquaculture sector. FULLY REALIZING THE POTENTIAL OF THE BLUE ECONOMY Madagascar has the longest coastline in Africa...