Blue Economy strengthening maritime economy and security
The present Naval Chief Admiral Zafar Mehmood Abbasi envisioned for developing a strong maritime military muscle to protect the maritime interests of Pakistan. Similarly, the maritime doctrine of Pakistan brings the attention towards the strong maritime muscle in terms of merchant marine, harbours, shipyards, ship repair facilities, marine scientific research and other supporting programs under the umbrella of maritime industry, all shielded by a robust navy. It will not only strengthen the maritime zone but stands firm in protecting and preserving the maritime interests of the state via maritime diplomacy along with creating awareness in general public, media, public-private industry to portray a comprehensive picture of the national maritime challenges and the way forward to overcome the hurdles. Further, to exploit the untapped economic opportunities from the maritime sector, Pakistan Navy is keenly working to attain sustainable blue economy. In a visit to Malaysia the Naval Chief Admiral Zafar Mehmood Abbasi has proposed that Malaysia and Pakistan through joint venture can build a sustainable blue economy to avail economic opportunities as well as strengthening the naval ties.
Source: https://nation.com.pk/31-Mar-2020/blue-economy-strengthening-maritime-economy-and-security
