The objective is to create conditions for a sustainably exploit of rivers, lakes and wetlands, as part of the promotion of integral and equitable development, according to what the head of the cabinet, Dagmawit Moges, said on Twitter.

“The application of a national strategy of this nature is one of the central initiatives identified in the 10-year growth plan and the national logistics projection,” she commented.

Together with the respective agencies, the ministry is working to achieve goals especially focused on excelling in maritime transport services, port development, human resources training, ship registration and other maritime services, she explained.

We promote the placement of people and resources at the center of sustainable development, he said, and indicated that the strategy further encourages collaboration for sustainable partnerships and projects in various sectors, in addition to fund mobilization, she added.

According to Moges, the programs focused on efficient management of water bodies, restoration of ecosystems and the introduction of innovative technologies and practices will begin in 2023 and conclude in 2027.

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