Blue tourism roadmap to boost economy, sustainability

A blue tourism roadmap is being pushed to integrate the blue economy and marine tourism in a bid to boost the country's economic development and sustainability.

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Various stakeholders recently gathered in a multisectoral dialogue to integrate inputs for a comprehensive national strategy for the country's transition to an inclusive blue economy.

Hosted by the FVR Legacy Initiative and the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement, the discussion titled "The Philippine Blue Economy: Moving Forward" brought together key players, stakeholders and resource persons from various sectors to discuss the myriad issues that surround the country's blue economy.

Four workshops tackled the blue economy's pressing issues concerning fisheries, aquaculture and marine-based products, energy, maritime transport and coastal and marine tourism.

An integral part of the blue economy, coastal and marine tourism has been an emerging concept that aims to harness resources for economic growth while ensuring the preservation of marine ecosystems.

The framework not only targets to enhance local economies by attracting tourists and generating substantial revenue but also promoting awareness and conservation efforts.