Developing African capability for the exploration, exploitation and development of marine resources in Africa

Abstract

The Conference adopted a resolution recommending assistance by the international community to the developing countries in the preparation and implement action of their marine science, technology and ocean science development programme. This report deals with all these aspects in the following order: Review of the available resources; An assessment of their relative importance; An assessment of available national capabilities; A review of national policies and plans for the future; Suggestions for possible approaches in the use of national capabilities and finally conclusions that can be drawn from the study. No attempt has been made to include resources in the common heritage of mankind.