India Vows to Scale Marine Spatial Planning, Reaffirms Blue Economy Push at Monaco Meet –

Earth Sciences Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today reiterated India’s commitment to a resilient Blue Economy. Addressing the Monaco Marine Conference in Monaco, Dr.Singh highlighted India’s strides in adopting Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) as a key tool for sustainable ocean governance.  He added that MSP offers a science-based framework for optimizing ocean resources, protecting biodiversity, and ensuring coastal livelihoods. Mr. Singh said India aims to scale Marine Spatial Planning across its coastline, reinforcing the nation’s global leadership in sustainable ocean management.
 
The Minister further asserted that India’s science-driven, data-informed approach underscores the country’s vision for ocean governance that benefits both people and the planet. Dr. Singh and Norway’s Minister of International Development, Åsmund Grøver Aukrust, today jointly hosted a high-level event on Marine Spatial Planning, a show of global cooperation for ocean sustainability, commemorating World Ocean Day.