Hydrospatial Infrastructure and Blue Economy Summit

4-5 December 2024

Theme: Hydrospatial Infrastructure for a Resilient Blue Economy

Topics to be Discussed

  • Integrated Ocean Knowledge in the Blue Economy
  • Roadmap for Blue Economy Development
  • Protecting and Restoring Ocean Ecosystems: Advancing a Circular Economy for Plastic
  • Digital Seas: Enhancing Marine Resource Management
  • Integration of Marine and Terrestrial Geospatial Infrastructure
  • Harnessing Geospatial Intelligence for Ocean Conservation
  • Mitigating Oceanic pollution and Climate change
  • Digital Seas: Enhancing Marine Resource Management
  • Way Forward - Develop a Sustainable and Equitable Ocean Economy

CORE OBJECTIVES

To leverage India's maritime advantage by advancing sustainable fishing practices, renewable ocean energy, coastal tourism, marine biotechnology, enhanced shipping logistics, and deep-sea exploration through synergistic government initiatives and private sector collaborations.

To propel the development of India's blue economy by integrating advanced technologies and establishing robust policy frameworks that align with broader climate and sustainability goals.

To enhance coastal resilience and environmental sustainability by addressing infrastructure deficiencies, regulatory challenges, and threats to marine ecosystems through a coordinated national vision and effective governance.

To promote collaboration among government entities, the private sector, scientists, and coastal communities to unlock the potential of India's blue economy, creating a comprehensive strategy that supports sustainable growth and mitigates the impacts of climate change.

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