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WestMED voices highlight the role of technology and cooperation for a sustainable Mediterranean
How can technology help protect the Mediterranean while supporting economic growth? According to members of the WestMED Initiative, the answer lies in better data, stronger collaboration and a shared commitment to sustainability. During a site visit organised to Mediterranean Algae following the WestMED Steering Committee in Alicante, five representatives from Greece, Libya, Portugal and Morocco […]
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European Strategies Days 2026: Connecting Regions, Skills and Blue Economy Priorities
Brussels – Cooperation has long underpinned European territorial policy. At this year’s EU Macro-Regional and Sea Basin Strategies Days, the focus shifted from strategy to delivery. Held on 8–9 July, the third edition of the event brought together policymakers, regional authorities and practitioners to strengthen cooperation among Europe’s four Macro-Regional Strategies – the EU Strategy […]
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Women shaping the blue economy in the spotlight at Malta Sustainability Forum 2026
The Malta Sustainability Forum (MSF) 2026, organised by APS Bank, brought together experts to explore the growing role of women in the blue economy and the opportunities for greater inclusion across Malta’s maritime sectors. The discussion examined the challenges and possibilities facing women in industries ranging from maritime transport and innovation to the circular use […]
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Joint WestMED Italy–Malta National Event Advances Blue Economy Cooperation in Rome
Rome, Italy | 11–12 June 2026 – Policymakers, researchers, investors, maritime businesses and innovation stakeholders from Italy and Malta gathered in Rome for the fourth edition of the Joint WestMED National Event, reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing a sustainable, innovative and connected blue economy across the Mediterranean, particularly towards the southern shore countries. Organised […]
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On 8 and 9 July 2026, representatives from the Moroccan Hub of the WestMED Initiative participated in the conference “Two Shores, One Blue Future: Circular Aquaculture Across and Beyond the Mediterranean” in Tangier. Organised by the AZA4ICE project (Interreg Euro-MED programme), the event brought together around fifty stakeholders. Its objective was to transfer innovative technologies […]
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