The Blue Economy Policy and Action Plan for the Promotion of a Resilient and Sustainable Marine Economy in Timor-Leste outlines the Government’s political vision and action strategy for 2025–2030.

It promotes a resilient and sustainable marine economy, grounded in an ecosystem-based approach. The overall goal is to increase the value of ocean and marine resources through balanced strategic planning and development, while considering the ability of ecosystems to support and recover from these activities.

Although there is no single definition of the Blue Economy, this approach represents a shift in Timor-Leste’s development model. It combines sustainable use of marine resources, better living conditions, and ecosystem protection, while also supporting job creation, poverty reduction, and climate change mitigation.

The Blue Economy is built on three pillars:

• Social – reducing poverty, creating income, and improving lives
• Economic – including production, trade, services, and investment
• Environmental – focused on protecting ecosystems and resources

This new area of the economy will be integrated into cross-cutting policies and actions across institutions and sectors, helping Timor-Leste make the most of its ocean potential for sustainable development.

Blue Economy Policy and Action Plans [Link]

Blue Economy Fact Sheet [Link]