MARGIBI COUNTY – The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to Liberia’s maritime future, serving as a key partner in the just-concluded Kpongama 2026 National Fisheries Investment Conference.
The landmark event, held at the Farmington Hotel under the theme “Unlocking the Blue Horizons: The Future of Fisheries and the Blue Economy,” positioned Liberia as a burgeoning investment hub in West Africa. The conference attracted stakeholders and industry experts from 21 countries across five continents to explore the untapped potential of Liberia’s waters.
A centerpiece of the EU’s involvement is its €25 million Private Sector Development (PSD) Program. This initiative specifically targets artisanal fisheries and is designed to empower local fishing communities through sustainable economic growth, investing in infrastructure such as cold storage and processing to reduce post-harvest losses and ensure the long-term management of marine resources to drive inclusive growth.
Representing the European Union, Team Leader Matayron Gilles emphasized that these efforts are part of a shared vision to transform Liberia’s blue economy into a driver for national development. By convening global investors and policymakers, Kpongama 2026 provided a platform for new partnerships aimed at modernizing the sector.
The conference also saw the launch of key national policy frameworks by the Government of Liberia, further signaling the country’s readiness for high-level international cooperation.
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