For island communities, the ocean’s resources and opportunities are crucial in battling hunger, unemployment and promoting economic success. Harnessing the Blue Economy offers a unique opportunity for islands to promote economic development while preserving and supporting the health and integrity of the ocean and human well-being.
Dr. Transform Aqoraudr
Professor and Director of Institute of Ocean, Islands and Sustainable Development (IOISD)
His Excellency Surangel S. Whipps Jr
President of the Republic of Palau
Jean-Paul Adam
Director Un Economic Commission for Africa
Martin Koehring
Head, World Ocean Initiative, Economist Impact
Melissa Walsh
Program Manager, Ocean Finance Initiative at Asian Development Bank (ADB)
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