The Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ahmed Shiyam has insisted that ensuring the sustainability of the ocean is not a choice but a necessity for the island nation.
In a post on social media to mark World Oceans Day, Minister Shiyam said the ocean is not only part of Maldives’ blue economy, but infused in its lifeline, culture and lifestyle.
Ensuring the sustainability of the Ocean is not a choice, but a necessity, he said.
Every year, 8 June is celebrated as World Oceans Day. The theme of this year's Oceans Day is "Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us.”
Incumbent President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has identified the ocean with - Maldives’ territory made up of 99 percent water as the greatest hope for a prosperous economy
In addition to investing in the country’s capacity to patrol its territorial waters, President Dr Muizzu’s Administration has launched several initiatives to enhance and expand its fisheries industry - aimed at maximising its ocean resources.