Jamaica has called for increased financing, technology transfer and technical support for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) as it seeks to strengthen ocean governance and expand its blue economy.

Speaking at the Island States Ocean Summit in Japan on Wednesday, Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change Matthew Samuda said Jamaica's future remains closely tied to the health and sustainable management of its marine and coastal resources.

"Jamaica calls for increased financing, technology transfer, capacity building, and technical support to assist SIDS in strengthening ocean governance and promoting the sustainable development of the blue economy," Samuda said. "Through stronger partnerships and collective action, we can safeguard our ocean resources while building resilient and sustainable economies."