NDPC Ag. Director-General Reaffirms Ghana’s Dedication to Ocean Conservation at UN Forum
The Acting Director-General of National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr. Audrey Smock Amoah, has reiterated Ghana’s dedication to fostering a sustainable blue economy.
She said this during her address at the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) in New York.
Speaking on Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG 14), she outlined Ghana’s efforts to safeguard its marine environment.
She highlighted Ghana’s role as a trailblazer in reporting plastic debris density under SDG 14.1.1(b).
“With annual plastic waste exceeding 1.1 million tonnes, the government introduced a Circular Economy Framework for Plastics in 2024 to encourage waste reduction, reuse, and responsible production while guiding investment,” she stated.
According to Dr Amoah, Ghana has enforced a Marine Fisheries Management Plan and ratified the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies to combat overfishing.
“The country is also drafting a Sustainable Ocean Plan, which incorporates scientific research, community engagement, and global partnerships to manage marine resources responsibly,” she added.
She expressed confidence that through collaboration and innovation, Ghana can secure a healthier future for its oceans. She also spoke on SDGs 3 and 5, reinforcing Ghana’s broader commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.
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