Lamu Governor H.E., Issa Timamy EGH has joined other coastal leaders in a knowledge and sharing exhibition on Blue Economy in Mombasa.

The exhibition created a platform where inclusive and sustainable blue economy experiences were shared towards creating a significant blue economy transformation and growth, advancing knowledge on marine and aquatic biotechnology and the exploitation and beneficiation of deep-sea minerals among other resources.

Lamu Governor and Blue Economy Council of Governors’ Committee Chair, took the opportunity to share Lamu’s success stories and good practices on Blue Economy that will greatly assist towards Influencing policy decisions related to the development and implementation of future Blue Economy projects.

The Governor Timamy will also underscored the achievements his administration has achieved towards promoting economic growth, social inclusion and improved livelihoods and ensuring the environmental sustainability of oceans and seas.

The exhibition was organized by IGAD, AU-IBAR and ECOFISH with the support of the Sweden Government and European Union.

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For further information contact; Lamu County Government office at communications@lamu.go.ke