Kenya’s commitment to expanding partnerships in the blue economy sector, saying the government will continue working with global partners to drive sustainable growth, innovation and ocean conservation.

Speaking through his X account on Thursday, June 18, 2026, Ruto said Kenya has made deliberate investments over the last three years to expand the blue economy sector, positioning it as a key pillar for economic growth and shared prosperity.

“We will continue working closely with our partners in the blue economy to share experience, knowledge, innovation, and research in advancing this agenda,” Ruto said.

The Head of State spoke after holding talks with European Union Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Costas Kadis on the sidelines of the 11th Ocean Conference in Mombasa.

Kenya expands blue economy investments

Ruto said the government has over the past three years made sustained investments aimed at significantly growing the blue economy sector and unlocking economic opportunities linked to marine resources.

“In the past three years, we have made deliberate and sustained investments significantly expanding the blue economy sector as a catalyst for economic growth and shared prosperity,” he stated.

He added that the sector remains central to Kenya’s long-term economic transformation agenda.

Focus on sustainable ocean growth

The President emphasized that Kenya’s push to grow the blue economy will remain anchored on sustainability, noting that protecting ocean ecosystems is critical for both present and future generations.

“Kenya remains committed to pursuing this growth in a sustainable manner, ensuring the health and resilience of our oceans for current and future generations,” Ruto said.

The discussions with the European Union focused on strengthening cooperation in ocean governance, fisheries development and broader blue economy expansion.

Maritime partnerships gain momentumThe latest engagement comes hours after Ruto toured the UN-backed Norwegian research vessel Dr Fridtjof Nansen at the Port of Mombasa, where he reiterated Kenya’s commitment to expanding maritime cooperation.

Earlier, the President said Kenya was strengthening ties with Norway to boost shipping, technology transfer, marine research and job creation for Kenyan seafarers.

The renewed partnerships underline Kenya’s growing ambition to position itself as a regional leader in maritime development while leveraging global cooperation to unlock opportunities in the blue economy sector.