India to become the global epicentre of blue economy: Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal

economictimes.indiatimes.com:

blue economy, the Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal said that India stands poised as the driving force shaping the next chapter in South Asia's maritime history, evolving into the global epicentre of the blue economy.
He delivered a special address at a pre-event roadshow held at Visakhapatnam. Being a precursor to the upcoming Global Maritime India Summit 2023 (GMIS) 2023, the event spotlighted the strategic significance of fostering maritime growth and connectivity in the region.
Sonowal underscored the importance of nurturing both worldwide and local collaborations while driving investments within the maritime sector.

He further added, “India stands poised as the driving force shaping the next chapter in South Asia's maritime history, evolving into the global epicentre of the blue economy. This roadshow signifies not only our profound cultural connections but also our united aspiration to transform the nation into a monumental regional reality.

We are confident that our maritime prowess, guided by a cooperative ideology and robust centralistic collaboration, will continue to flourish in the coming years.”
“GMIS 2023 serves as a nexus for Indian and international maritime communities. Aligned with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission, it opens avenues for business and growth while ardently supporting the government's vision,” he notes.

Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterway during his address, he shared, «India's maritime sector has experienced an incredible transformation over the years, which is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the government, industry stakeholders, and the maritime community. Our progress is evident in technological