The Small Island Developing States have committed to promoting ocean-based economies and sustainably managing ocean resources to support sustainable and resilient development. The SIDS are building their capacity and implementing actions so the 65 million people who live on these islands equitably benefit from their marine resources and are protected from climate risks. The UK is committed to partnering with the SIDS to achieve this goal.

The Sustainable Blue Economies Programme

The SBE Technical Assistance Platform is just one component of the overall Sustainable Blue Economies (SBE) Programme. Through the wider SBE Programme the UK is offering broader opportunities for partnership and support to SIDS by facilitating multilateral delivery and supporting community initiatives through grant funding to achieve their goal to develop ocean-based economies.