Fisheries and Aquaculture Minister, Emelia Arthur, has held discussions with Tsubasa Nakagawa of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) to explore potential partnerships between Ghana and Japan in the fisheries industry.

The meeting focused on key areas of collaboration aimed at enhancing sustainable fisheries management and sector development. The minister emphasized that such partnerships align with Ghana’s broader vision for the industry under the Blue Economy Initiative.

"By working together, we can drive sustainable growth, improve livelihoods, and promote environmentally responsible practices in our fisheries sector," Arthur stated in a Facebook post on March 28.

The discussions highlighted opportunities for technology transfer, capacity building, and investment in aquaculture to boost the industry’s long-term sustainability. The engagement marks a step forward in strengthening ties between Ghana and Japan in the fisheries sector.