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Pact for the Mediterranean Launched: A New Era of Regional Cooperation

17 octobre 2025/dans Actualités /par Communication team

On 16 October 2025, the European Commission officially launched the Pact for the Mediterranean – an ambitious framework to deepen cooperation between the EU and its Southern Mediterranean partners.

The Pact is the result of an extensive and inclusive consultation process that engaged a broad range of stakeholders, including southern Mediterranean partners, EU Member States and institutions, neighbouring countries in the wider region, as well as representatives from civil society, the private sector, academia, think tanks, and cultural and economic organisations.

Marking 30 years since the Barcelona Process, this initiative aims to build a “Common Mediterranean Space” rooted in co-ownership, co-creation, and joint responsibility.

Structured around three pillars – People, Economy, and Security -the Pact sets out over 100 concrete initiatives to drive inclusive growth, connectivity, and resilience across the region:

People: A flagship Mediterranean University, youth mobility schemes, and cultural exchange programmes will foster intergenerational ties and civil society engagement.
Economy: Projects like StartUp4Med and the Trans-Mediterranean Renewable Energy Initiative (T-MED) will boost clean tech, digital infrastructure, and sustainable blue economy development.
Security & Migration: Joint efforts on disaster preparedness, border management, and migration governance aim to enhance regional stability.

The Pact is open for engagement with partners beyond the Southern Mediterranean,including the Gulf, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Western Balkans as well as Türkiye. Stepping up cooperation between the EU, the Middle East and North Africa, and the Gulf region is a key objective.

An action plan is expected in early 2026 following political endorsement in November ’25 on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Barcelona process. Civil society, youth organizations, and regional bodies will be invited to support its implementation.

Dubravka Šuica, Commissioner for the Mediterranean:

« The Pact is a clear testimony of a renewed focus and commitment of the EU to the Mediterranean region. This Pact is about people: the region’s greatest strength lies in its youth, its creativity, and its talent. The Pact is also about shared prosperity. It will bring new investment opportunities and jobs. We will also invest in security, preparedness and migration management. Close cooperation and co-ownership will make this a success story for our citizens on all shores of the Mare Nostrum. »

Kaja Kallas, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission

« The geopolitical importance of the Mediterranean cannot be overstated. The region connects three continents and acts as a bridge to the European Union for important exchanges amongst people, our economies and on security. With the new Pact for the Mediterranean we open a new chapter and a chance for more productive cooperation and lasting stability in the region. »

Watch the press statement by Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission

Watch the press conference opening remarks by Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission

Watch the press Conference opening remarks by Dubravka ŠUICA, European Commissioner for the Mediterranean

More information:
Pact for the Mediterranean – One Sea, One Pact, One Future – a shared ambition for the region – Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf

The Pact for the Mediterranean – Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf

WestMED plays a central role at UfM’s 18th regional Platform on Sustainable Blue Economy

16 octobre 2025/dans Actualités /par Communication team

On 15 and 16 October 2025, the 18th UfM regional Platform on Sustainable Blue Economy took place in Brussels, Belgium.

The objective was to discuss progress towards the implemenation of the 2021 UfM Ministerial Declaration on Sustainable Blue Economy, its related Roadmap and priorities. Next to this, major recent developments were discussed such as the European Ocean Pact, the Mediterranean Pact, and the BlueComp competence framework to navigate the blue economy

During these two days, the actions by the WestMED Assistance Mechanism were present in many parts and underlined its central role as strategic regional partner in the development of the sustainable blue economy.

A number of succesful WestMED supported projects were showcased to illustrate relevant regional actions in line with the UfM Ministerial Declaration.

Amongst these were the CallMeBlue project, promoted in the context of the WestMED Maritime Cluster Alliance. This project was presented in person by the project leader ForMare, and key partners such as Leancubator and the Tunisian Maritime Cluster.

Other WestMED supported initiatives included the MSP CoP, the S3 Partnership on Sustainable Fuel, promoted through the Green Shipping Technical Group, a COST Action proposal developed in partnership with the AquaWest Technical Group, and the newly established Libyan Maritime Cluster led by WestMED’s National Coordinator.

The WestMED initiative was also regularly mentioned during the roundtable where Mediterranean countries presented their achievements and future plans for national as well as regional cooperation.

One of these plans included Tunisia’s initiative to launch a new WestMED Technical Group for Blue Skills, as part of their current WestMED Co-Presidency.

This new Technical Group is currently in the making and will be discussed in the upcoming WestMED Steering Committee meetings – with the next one planned for 27 November 2025, preceding the WestMED Stakeholder Conference in Tunis.

people at an exhibition - seated at a workshop listening to speaker

Water Scarcity in the Mediterranean at the center of attention with AIDARA at the ACCADUEO 2025 Exhibition in Bologna

14 octobre 2025/dans Actualités /par National Hub Italy

The growth of WestMED supported AIDARA (Italian association for desalination and reuse of water) continues in its first year of existence, thanks to the high interest in the challenges of water scarcity.

ACCADUEO, Italy’s leading international trade fair dedicated exclusively to the civil and industrial water sector, is one of the growing number of organisations that support AIDARA’s development. It allowed AIDARA a stand where visitors had a chance to learn more about its objectives, as well as space to organise two specialized workshops. One on Desalination in the Mediterranean Basin (7 October 2025) and one on the ‘Water Positive’ Concept (8 October 2025).

International speakers from Morocco, Libya, UAE, Spain, France took the floor to describe the evolution of desalination technologies, investment plans and good practices to optimize water management in Industrial processes.

Multinational companies like Philip Morris and TETRAPAK, consulting firms specialized in water management like TEHA, COGEA-BIP, STANTEC, ILF and research & innovation initiatives like Plan Bleue described their experiences and their approaches towards a contest which is often seen as a booming business, while it is first and mainly a way to ensure the necessary resource for life on the planet.

Both sessions welcomed a large audience and the Regional Government of Emilia Romagna, through the competent Councillor Irene Priolo, had the opportunity to illustrate the complexity that local and regional authorities face to tackle the extreme consequences of climate change – from water scarcity to overfloods.

Mark your agenda

AIDARA will hold its next event on 2 December 2025, in collaboration with AQP SpA, focusing on Reuse of Treated Waters.

For more information contact Leonardo Manzari (WestMED National Hub Italy): italy@westmed-initiative.ec.europa.eu

Le « Blue Africa Summit » à Tanger : Vers un pacte pour l’avenir bleu de l’Afrique

14 octobre 2025/dans Actualités /par National Hub Morocco

Placée sous le Haut Patronage de Sa Majesté le Roi Mohammed VI, la 3e édition du Blue Africa Summit s’est tenue les 9 et 10 octobre à Tanger. Cet événement majeur, organisé par l’Académie du Royaume du Maroc et La Saison Bleue, a rassemblé des décideurs africains, des experts scientifiques et des acteurs économiques. L’objectif : jeter les bases d’un Pacte pour une Afrique bleue durable qui mettra l’océan au cœur de l’avenir du continent.

Une première journée axée sur la vision commune

La première journée du sommet a été consacrée à la réflexion et à la rédaction de ce pacte. Les discussions ont porté sur trois points essentiels : le renforcement de la coopération internationale, les grands défis des villes et régions côtières, et la préservation des écosystèmes marins pour garantir une sécurité alimentaire.

Plusieurs discours officiels ont marqué l’ouverture, notamment ceux de M. Abdeljalil Lahjomri, Secrétaire perpétuel de l’Académie du Royaume du Maroc, et de Mme Zakia Driouch, Secrétaire d’État chargée de la Pêche Maritime. Étaient également présents M. Peter Thomson, Envoyé spécial du Secrétaire général des Nations Unies pour l’océan, Mme Rym Benzina, Présidente de La Saison Bleue, et M. Pascal Lamy, Président du Forum Mondial de la Mer-Bizerte.

Les intervenants ont souligné l’importance de la gouvernance des océans. M. Lahjomri a notamment proposé la création d’un Observatoire africain de la gouvernance maritime. Cet observatoire serait adossé à une plateforme numérique ouverte, Blue Data Africa, destinée à relier les ports, universités, institutions et ONG pour le partage de données.

Regardez l’enregistrement de la première journée sur YouTube

La deuxième journée : collèges d’experts et propositions concrètes

La deuxième journée a vu le déroulement de quatre collèges d’experts, consacrés respectivement aux thématiques Science, Recherche & Éducation, Économie & Finance Bleue, Gouvernance & Territoires et Société Civile. Menés en format hybride, ces ateliers ont permis de réunir des représentants de nombreux pays africains.

Participation de WestMED

Hassan Agouzoul, Hub National Maroc du mécanisme d’assistance WestMED, a activement participé aux collèges « Économie & Finance Bleue » et « Gouvernance & Territoires ». Il a présenté une feuille de route pour structurer le financement bleu en Afrique. Sa proposition met l’accent sur le renforcement des capacités pour concevoir des projets « bleus » et l’alignement des budgets pluriannuels sur des programmes de développement intersectoriels de l’économie bleue. Pour la gouvernance du futur pacte, il a suggéré de s’inspirer du modèle de gouvernance de l’initiative WestMED, une initiative portée par l’UE et l’UpM, qui combine soutien institutionnel et expertise technique aux 5+5 pays des 2 rives de la méditerranée.

Conclusion du Sommet et perspectives d’avenir

L’ensemble de ces discussions viendront nourrir le travail qui se poursuivra jusqu’à la remise du Pacte pour une Afrique bleue durable lors de la 4e édition du Sommet, prévue en 2026.

Le sommet s’est achevé par un panel de discussion sur la façade atlantique africaine, intitulé « Quelle alliance public-privé de nouvelle génération pour une exploitation responsable des ressources ? » et qui s’est concentré sur la gestion durable des ressources halieutiques. WestMED y était représenté par Yassine El Aroussi, coordinateur national de l’initiative et Chef de la Division de la coopération au sein du département des pêches maritimes du Maroc.

Déclaration de Tanger 2025

Pour plus d’informations, contactez Hassan Agauzoul (Hub National WestMED Maroc): morocco@westmed-initiative.ec.europa.eu

Publications supplémentaires

https://www.info-rac.org/communication/news/towards-a-pact-for-a-sustainable-blue-africa/

https://industries.ma/en/la-declaration-de-tanger-appelle-a-la-creation-dun-hub-africain-europeen-pour-linnovation-et-le-financement/

Tanger : le Blue Africa Summit acte des engagements historiques

https://www.laverite.ma/urgence-oceans-le-sommet-de-tanger-fixe-la-feuille-de-route-2030/

https://www.mapnews.ma/fr/actualites/social/tanger-%C3%A0-lheure-de-la-3%C3%A8-%C3%A9dition-du-blue-africa-summit

Two men posing behind table in libya. ali shagrune and saber al

President of the Libyan Maritime Cluster and WestMED coordinator meets with the Libyan Minister of Marine Wealth

13 octobre 2025/dans Actualités /par Communication team

On 12 October 2025, H.E. Dr. Saber Al-Azabi, Minister of Marine Wealth, met with Eng. Ali Mohamed Ageli Shagrune, President of the Libyan Maritime Cluster and National Coordinator WestMED Steering Committee Member of the Initiative.

At the beginning of the meeting, His Excellency welcomed Eng. Shagrune and praised his significant efforts in strengthening international cooperation and promoting the development of Libya’s blue economy. He also commended the active role played by the Libyan Maritime Cluster in supporting blue economy initiatives.

The meeting discussed the activities of the Libyan Maritime Cluster and its collaboration with maritime clusters in friendly countries within the framework of blue economy initiatives that aim to transform Libya’s economy from a rent-based system to a diversified and sustainable one, built on innovation and investment in marine resources.

Both sides emphasized the importance of enhancing regional and international partnerships in the fields of fisheries, aquaculture, marine renewable energy, and sustainable coastal governance, to contribute to building a prosperous economic future for Libya.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Eng. Ali Shagrune expressed his sincere appreciation to H.E. the Minister for the warm reception and reaffirmed the Libyan Maritime Cluster’s readiness to continue joint efforts with the Ministry of Marine Wealth in pursuit of a national vision for a sustainable blue economy in Libya.

Expert panel on stage during WestMED workshop at SeaFuture 2025. Masauda Abuarosha speaking and projected in the back

WestMED’s Maritime Cluster Alliance at SeaFuture 2025

10 octobre 2025/dans Actualités /par National Hub Italy

Within the framework of the 9^th edition of SEAFUTURE in La Spezia, Italy, WestMED once again contributed to the success of the event, with a workshop on 2 October 2025. This workshop was dedicated to the multiple and diversified ways to do clustering and help local ecosystems exploit their potential.

During the workshop many leading experts explored the role of clusters in scaling up sustainable blue economy initiatives across the Mediterranean. Topics ranged from funding programmes and water management to incubation and acceleration – including the role of the EU Sea Basins Technical Assistance.

DG MARE, UfM, the WestMED National Coordinator, and the Ministry of Sea Policies and Civil Protection, also highlighted major maritime developments such as the European Ocean Pact, the new Mediterranean Pact, the Italian engagement to “equip” its Sustainable Blue Economy (SBE) Strategy with a dedicated ministry, a first MSP ICZM plan for Italy and a new national cluster on underwater technologies (Polo Nazionale della Dimensione Subacquea).

This was followed by a series of expert panels – each with a focus on identifying and closing the gaps in the maritime cluster ecosystem – approaching it from different angles: Investment and funding initiatives, cluster incubators and accelerators, water management and desalination/ re-use initiatives, EU Programmes with EU Missions and Horizon Partnerships, and Sustainable business models as illustrated by five innovative start-ups and SMEs.

This workshop provided participants a good overview of the current state of play, new ideas and a good impression of how the WestMED Assistance Mechnism has supported cluster -and project development over the years.

The SEAFUTURE exhibition, also offered excellent network opportunities as well as an occasion to mark new developments:

The European Network of Maritime Clusters (ENMC) announced the decision to recognize the status of Observer to the WestMED Maritime Clusters Alliance, thus allowing also southern shore clusters to represent their ecosystem in this contest;
6 maritime clusters of the WestMED Cluster Alliance shared a stand the exhibition;
the Libyan Maritime Cluster and the Tunisian Maritime Cluster took the opportunity to widen their relations beyond their regional dimension
new actors that joined the WestMED community, found an inspiring atmosphere to interact with established stakeholders (TEHA, AIDARA, Suez Italy, etc.).

A final session of the Blue Mission Med – EU Restore Our Ocean and Waters concluded the workshop, as an excellent lane towards the WestMED Stakeholders Conference 2025 in Tunis, on 28 November 2025!

Download the agenda

For more information contact Leonardo Manzari (WestMED National Hub Italy): italy@westmed-initiative.ec.europa.eu

About SeaFuture
SeaFuture is a major international exhibition and conference held at the La Spezia Naval Base in Italy, showcasing innovative technologies and solutions in the maritime, defense, and Blue Economy sectors, and serving as a global platform for networking, collaboration, and sustainable growth from September 29 to October 2, 2025

SeaFuture website

Watch the interview with Leonardo Manzari during this workshop:

WestMED’s Maritime Cluster Stand at SeaFuture 2025, hosted by Federazione del Mare, Cluster BIG (Blue Italian Growth), Strategis, Fórum Oceano, Cluster Maritime Tunisien and the Libyan Maritime Cluster

group photo with EU sea basins people in conference room in Brussels during the Macro-Regional and Sea Basin Strategies days in Brussels

Macro-Regional and Sea Basin Strategies Days 2025 – EU Sea Basins Assistance Mechanism strengthens Maritime Cooperation

1 octobre 2025/dans Actualités /par Communication team

Copyright photo: Simon Pugh

The EU Sea Basin Assistance Mechanism gathered experts from 15 countries to discuss maritime regional cooperation in Europe’s Atlantic facade, the Western Mediterranean and the Black Sea.

On 25 September 2025, alongside the Macro-Regional and Sea Basins Strategies Days, a dedicated networking event was held in Brussels for the National Hubs of the Sea Basin Strategies’ Assistance Mechanism. The gathering served as a platform for meaningful dialogue, strategic reflection, and future-oriented discussions aimed at advancing the EU’s Sea Basin Strategies and the Ocean Pact.

The session began with presentations on two key EU policy initiatives: the newly introduced European Ocean Pact and the upcoming budget framework for the blue economy.

The Ocean Pact outlines the EU’s comprehensive vision for ocean governance, consolidating various ocean-related policies under one strategic umbrella. It focuses on six core objectives: safeguarding ocean health, promoting a sustainable and competitive blue economy, empowering coastal and island communities, enhancing maritime security, expanding ocean literacy and research, and strengthening global ocean diplomacy.
The proposed 2028–2034 EU budget aims to offer greater flexibility to Member States and increase support for sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, and maritime sectors. It also prioritizes investment in ocean monitoring, innovation, blue economy initiatives, and international marine governance.

Engaging with National Hubs

National Hubs play a central role in implementing sea basin strategies at the national level. They collaborate closely with the European Commission, national authorities, implementing bodies, and regional stakeholders. During the event, representatives from the National Hubs, Sea Basin coordinators, the Assistance Mechanism team, DG MARE, and CINEA shared perspectives on enhancing future cooperation. The open format encouraged candid discussions on current challenges, opportunities, and reaffirmed a collective commitment to the EU’s maritime vision.

Celebrating Success: Photo Exhibition

On the Macro-Regional and Sea Basins Strategies Days, a photo exhibition showcased impactful projects supported by the Sea Basins Assistance Mechanism. The exhibition featured projects from across the Atlantic, Black Sea and WestMED, such as:

Aquawind (Atlantic) – a pioneering project combining offshore renewable energy with finfish aquaculture, offering innovative solutions for sustainable food and energy production.
Black Sea CONNECT (Black Sea) – focused on boosting research collaboration and launching the Black Sea Young Ambassadors Programme.
2B-BLUE (WestMED) – aimed at strengthening the blue biotechnology sector through demonstration sites, public–private partnerships, and knowledge exchange.

These examples illustrate how the Sea Basins Assistance Mechanism is driving innovation, fostering cross-border collaboration, and promoting knowledge-sharing across Europe’s maritime regions. From renewable energy in ports to youth engagement and blue biotech, the showcased projects reflect the Ocean Pact’s goals in action—protecting marine ecosystems, empowering coastal communities, and building a resilient blue economy.

The networking event reaffirmed the essential role of National Hubs in delivering the EU’s Sea Basins Strategies and underscored the importance of ongoing dialogue and cooperation to achieve shared maritime objectives.

Read the full executive summary of the Macro-Regional & Sea Basin Strategies Days

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Mediterranean Coast Day 2025 – Samir Bachouche from WestMED Algeria, interviewed on national television

30 septembre 2025/dans Actualités /par National Hub Algeria

On the occasion of Mediterranean Coast Day, Dr. Samir Bachouche, researcher at Algeria’s National Centre for Research and Development of Fisheries and Aquaculture (CNRDPA) and Algeria’s WestMED National Hub, was a featured guest on the Algerian national television: Canal Algérie.

During a special broadcast on September 29 2025, as part of the program ‘Bonjour Algérie,’ Dr. Bachouche raised public awareness about the urgent need to protect our shared Mediterranean Sea, translating the symbolic Mediterranean Coast Day of September 25, into a powerful call to action for our coast. The intervention aimed to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and public engagement, making the complex challenges of the Mediterranean accessible to a wide audience.

Dr. Bachouche highlighted the sobering projections for the Mediterranean by 2050 from the UN’s Plan Bleu. He emphasized that the basin is a global climate change hotspot, warming 20% faster than the global average. Key figures were used to illustrate the scale of the crisis: over 75% of its assessed fish stocks being overexploited. This alarming diagnosis served to underscore the profound threats to the region’s biodiversity, food security, and the livelihoods of 150 million coastal inhabitants.

The core message pivoted from diagnosis to a proactive roadmap for solutions, firmly attached in the principles of a sustainable blue economy.

Samir Bachouche argued that this paradigm offers a tangible path forward, where ecological preservation and economic prosperity are mutually reinforcing. He outlined concrete opportunities for Algeria and the wider WestMED region, including the development of sustainable aquaculture, responsible eco-tourism that values natural heritage, and investment in renewable energies.

He concluded with a powerful call for collective action, stressing that the future of the Mediterranean depends on the coordinated efforts of policymakers, scientists, the private sector, and engaged citizens.

More about the Mediterranean Coast Day: https://coastday.net/

Contact Samir Bachouche: algeria@westmed-initiative.ec.europa.eu

people listening in conference room seated at round tables with a speaker presenting.

Libya advances capacity building and quality assurance in the fisheries sector

14 septembre 2025/dans Actualités, Non classifié(e) /par Communication team

On 14 September 2025, Tripoli hosted a national workshop to define priorities and develop an action plan for a capacity-building and quality assurance program in Libya’s fisheries sector.

The event gathered representatives from government institutions, regulatory agencies, academia, research bodies and the private sector, creating a platform for dialogue on current challenges and future opportunities for the sustainable development of fisheries in Libya.

Discussions focused on strengthening quality assurance mechanisms, aligning with international standards, and identifying training needs to improve skills across the sector. Participants highlighted the importance of adopting modern practices in fishing, production and distribution to reinforce supply chains and build confidence in Libyan fish products at both national and international levels.

By improving competitiveness, the initiative is expected to contribute to economic diversification, job creation and stronger integration of Libya into the Mediterranean blue economy.

The workshop was organized under the framework of the EU4SKILLS project, funded by the European Union in Libya with co-funding from the French government, and implemented by Expertise France in cooperation with Libyan partners. The project supports skills development and employment governance, paving the way for more inclusive and sustainable growth.

More information

Contact Masauda Abuarosha (WestMED National Hub Libya): libya@westmed-initiative.ec.europa.eu
More about the launch of the EU4Skills in Libya (august 2024)

group of children on the beach getting materials to start the beach cleanup

Protect Our Coast, Sustain Our Tourism – Awareness and Educational Campaign on Hamama Coast in Libya

8 septembre 2025/dans Actualités /par Communication team

The Marine Biology Society of Libya, in partnership with the Sustainable Blue Economy Initiative in the Western Mediterranean (WestMED), hosted a special awareness day for children from the Africa Charity Association for Orphans on the beautiful Hamama coast – one of the most touristic beaches in Libya. This event took place on August 30, 2025.

After learning about the impacts of plastic pollution on the marine environment, the children took part in a beach cleanup, followed by coloring activities and interactive games to foster environmental awareness and responsibility.

Given the success of this event, a 2nd day the week after, was organised whereby the Red Crescent youth together with the local football club were involved. Because of the attention it received on national television and interest generated – more events will be planned at different locations, a.o. in Tripoli.

beach cleanup

Ongoing campaign

This event is part of an ongoing educational and awareness campaign “Protect Our Coast, Sustain Our Tourism.” The objective of this campaign is to raise awareness about marine pollution and coastal degradation, encourage community involvement in conservation efforts and showcase sustainable tourism as a tool for environmental protection

The organisers would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of this event: The team at Africa Charity Association for Orphans, Management of Rina Family Resort, BRIO team and Media representative Suleiman Abdelkarim Al-Khashbi.

Scientific webinar

group of people posing in a conference room

Also, as part of this campaign a scientific seminar was organised on September 6 at the headquarters of the Marine Biology in Libya Society, addressing key issues related to the blue economy, sustainable marine resources, and coastal environmental protection.

Dr. Masouda Abuarosha delivered an introductory presentation on the WESTMED Initiative, which brings together ten Mediterranean countries to foster regional cooperation in blue economy sectors, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable marine resource management.

Dr. Abdelghani Al-Kalloush gave a lecture on marine pollution, highlighting its main sources and strategies for mitigation, while emphasizing the crucial role of local communities and relevant institutions in tackling these growing environmental challenges.

Dr. Ahmed Issa, Professor of Archaeology at Omar Al-Mukhtar University, presented on coastal eco-tourism, stressing its potential as a pillar of sustainable economic development—provided that natural resources and cultural identity are preserved.

This initiative reflects the Association’s commitment to raising environmental awareness and promoting sustainable tourism models that contribute to the protection of Libya’s coasts and support a balanced, prosperous future for coastal communities.

The organisers reaffirm their dedication to collaborative work with academic institutions, government bodies, and civil society, in pursuit of a healthy marine environment and a resilient blue economy that serves Libya and the wider region.

More information
For more information about these events and/ or the campaign in general, please contact

– Masauda Abuarosha (WestMED Libya): libya@westmed-initiative.ec.europa.eu

– Sara Almabruk (Marine Biology Society of Libya): sara.almabruk@mb.org.ly

National TV coverage
This initiative received extensive TV coverage in Libya via WASAT TV – see recording below