Transformative Policies for Inclusive and Sustainable Development of the Blue Economy

With the vast potential of ocean and aquatic resources, blue economies ensure that the benefits are shared equitably across society in inclusive development. As coastal and marine sectors expand in response to global sustainability goals are essential to balance economic growth with social justice and ecological resilience. By integrating community participation and sustainable resource management, transformative blue economy policies can promote prosperity, protect marine ecosystems, and strengthen long-term economic and climate resilience. Transformative Policies for Inclusive and Sustainable Development of the Blue Economy explores the challenges and opportunities available from blue economies. This book explains the concept of the blue economy across global and regional settings. Covering topics such as inclusive development, water resources, and economic theory, this book is an excellent resource for academicians, policymakers, community leaders, and industry professionals.

Anita Medhekar is a senior lecturer in economics and holds a PhD from Deakin University, Australia. She has completed her double master's in education and pure Economics from Pune University and University of New England, Australia. She has taught at undergraduate and post graduate levels in India, Indonesia, and Australia and has more than 30 years of teaching and research experience. Currently, she is teaching at Central Queensland University, Australia. Her research interests are in applied International Trade, Tourism Economics, Health Economics, Gender and Development Economics, Asia-Pacific Economies, Public Finance, South-Asia, Australian Economy, Bilateral Trade and Development for Peace, Supply Chains, Public Policy, and Public-Private Partnerships. She has presented papers at numerous international conferences and received best research paper awards. Anita has numerous refereed publications in journals, conference proceedings, with edited books, and book chapters to her credit

Mallika Roy is an associate professor (study leave) at the Department of Economics, University of Chittagong, Bangladesh. Currently, she is a research student (PhD scholar) at Central Queensland University Australia. She was a research fellow and teaching assistant at the Department of Economics and Finance of the City University of Hong Kong. She achieved the Prestigious 'Prime Minister Gold Medal' Award in Bangladesh for her scholastic academic results. Her research interests include Macroeconomics, Economic Growth and Development. She has a teaching experience of above 12 years. She has worked in Islamia University College and BGC Trust University Bangladesh as a lecturer. After joining the University of Chittagong, she worked at the University of Professional (BUP) Bangladesh, Premier University and BGC Trust University Bangladesh as an adjunct faculty. She published many of her research papers in national and international journals. She also published several newspaper articles.