Connected Intelligence for Ocean Sustainability: Digital Trade Governance and Circular Blue Economic Transformation in Emerging Economies
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63503/aisem.61Keywords:
Smart Marine Governance, Technological Innovation Systems (TIS), Digital Blue Economy, Sustainable Trade Agreements, IoT-enabled Marine MonitoringAbstract
Big Data, Internet of Things and the down-to-Earth approach of Digital Entrepreneurial Economy, digital trade policy of developing countries as a method of fast improvement for a brand-new Blue and Circular Economy (BCE) (within the transition from Industry 4th to Industry 5th, respectively). In this chapter we look back on that vision and the possible role of various Connected Intelligence building blocks such as artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, blockchain & IoT in marine governance, seafood supply chain transparency, climate-smart aquaculture and port & logistics modernization. Using the TBL and TIS lenses, the chapter then examines what either embedded within bilateral, multilateral and regional trade agreements, digital platforms can be utilized in the interests of resource efficiency, reductions in marine pollution and generic and equitable economic growth. Four case comparisons of digital marine policy systems, citizen participation and innovation ecosystems from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kenya and Norway highlights for providing examples. These four cases on extreme opposites in digital marine policy systems, citizen participation and innovation ecosystems. Alongside the points above, it stresses the importance of human capital development, gender inclusiveness and ethical safeguards for the responsible uptake of digitisation. Supporting global solutions for sustainable and responsible management of marine resources in developing countries.
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