2023.09.01
On August 31, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Record of Discussions with the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt for the Project for Economic Development of Aquaculture Sector and Fish Supply Chain in Egypt, a technical cooperation project.
In Egypt, more than 85% of water resources are dependent upon the Nile River and, with future growth expected for the population, efficiency of water utilization is an urgent issue. However, when it comes to irrigation water, agriculture is prioritized, and inland aquaculture is effectively left with only agricultural waste water. This influences the quality of farmed fish, which are affected by harmful ingredients such as pesticide residue. Thus, in Egypt, which is home to the most active aquaculture industry in Africa, it is imperative to promote the industry in inland areas by disseminating aquaculture that both uses water in advance of other industries and also saves it. Moreover, it is important to ensure that wastewater does not adversely affect agriculture production in secondary-use areas.
Signing Ceremony
This project aims to reinforce not only the planning and implementation capacity but also the sustainable and resilient aquaculture promotion service of three governorates of Egypt. At the same time, it aims to establish efficient water utilization systems and launch a national certification system for adequate fish farming, thereby developing the capacity of relevant value chain actors. In doing so, the project is expected to increase the economic and social contribution of the aquaculture sector, and to contribute to the achievement of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) Goals 2 (Zero hunger) and 12 (Responsible consumption and production).
Details for the project are provided below.
| Country | Arab Republic of Egypt |
|---|---|
| Project title | the Project for Economic Development of Aquaculture Sector and Fish Supply Chain in Egypt |
| Planned implementation period | 48 months |
| Executing agency | The Lakes and Fish Resources Protection and Development Agency |
| Target region | Kafr El-Sheikh, Behera, and Minya governorates |
| Specific project details (provisional) | Improvement of existing systems for the purpose of efficient aquaculture water utilization, promotion of adequate aquaculture standards in Egypt, and networking of the relevant value chain actors through the utilization of ICT, etc. |
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