Developing an Inclusive Framework for Blue Philippines. February 21, 2018

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1 Developing an Inclusive Framework for Blue Philippines February 21, 2018

2 Defining the blue economy use of the sea and its resources for sustainable economic development in general: economic activity in the broader maritime sector

3 The maritime industry is key to driving Economic Trade and Development in an archipelago like the Philippines Ship People Cargo

4 Our islands can only be effectively and efficiently connected by a series of nautical highways Our river and inland waterways systems can also be used as alternative highways

5 WE NEED SHIPS (FIT FOR PURPOSE) Over 80% of trade is carried by ships Competitiveness of other industries is dependent on the maritime industry

6 The maritime industry, as a platform, serves as the backbone of the Philippine economy MARITIME TRANSPORT Government must develop the platform to facilitate ease of doing business in a blue economy

7 Converging Philippine maritime interests and a maritime agenda Efficient international and domestic maritime transport Shipping Marine resources Expanding our exploration & exploitation of marine resources Smart logistics solutions Logistics chain Marine leisure activities Support to tourism Environmentallyfriendly maritime transport Marine environment protection Fisheries Fishing and our economy Working in the maritime sector Seafaring

8 Linking the President s 10-point agenda to the maritime agenda Efficient international and domestic maritime transport 4 infrastructure spending 5 rural productivity, tourism and value chain development 8 science, technology and the creative arts 8 science, technology and the creative arts Expanding our exploration & exploitation of marine resources Smart logistics solutions 4 infrastructure spending 5 rural productivity, tourism and value chain development 5 rural productivity, tourism and value chain development Support to tourism Environmentallyfriendly maritime transport 8 science, technology and the creative arts 5 rural productivity, tourism and value chain development 7 human capital development Fishing and our economy Working in the maritime sector 7 human capital development

9 THE MARITIME TRANSPORT POLICY FRAMEWORK FOR A BLUE ECONOMY An economic and regulatory framework conducive to investments responsive to international standards Implement and enforce international maritime standards development of global maritime professionals safe shipping and efficient total logistics A quality ship registry and central maritime administration

10 THE INCLUSIVE FRAMEWORK FOR ALL STAKEHOLDERS National maritime policies built around the rights, duties and obligations of States Programs for domestic shipping, integrated total logistics and maritime professionals National maritime cluster: shipbuilding and repair, ship ownership, ship management, finance and professional services, and ship recycling Legal framework for the implementation and enforcement of international maritime standards

11 NATIONAL MARITIME AGENDA A Vision for the Philippine Maritime Industry as a whole 5 Key Principles 7 Action Steps

12 Vision To drive national development as a vital partner in trade, job creation and national security. 3 Key Principles Long Term Vision Promoting the Philippines, Shipping 2050 Sustainable contribution to national economic development Branding Blue Philippines A Global Maritime Services Center

13 5 KEY PRINCIPLES for BLUE PHILIPPINES 1. The appropriate protection and conservation of our aquatic resources 2. The appropriate national policy on the safe navigation of our inland waters, near coastal waters, and the main navigational areas 3. The development of a domestic shipping platform 4. The development of a national maritime cluster of services 5. The provision of a package of incentives

14 7-POINT ACTION PLAN 1. Establish a formidable research platform 2. Enhance the role of our Maritime Administration 3. Focus on generating inclusive growth employment opportunities within the broad maritime industry 4. Promote the development of modern and integrated maritime infrastructure 5. Promote a maritime legislative agenda 6. Promote the development of tax regimes 7. Promote the equitable use of Cabotage Laws without unnecessarily restricting Trade