Maritime transport constitutes approximately 85 percent of Namibia's domestic trade, with marine diamonds being the leading commodity and the largest contributor to the country's GDP. 

President Hage Geingob highlighted in a statement, commemorating World Oceans Day, an officially recognized day by the United Nations.

President Geingob highlighted the significance of oceans for human life on Earth and specifically for Namibia, as they serve as a remarkable tourism gateway to the country's stunning coastline where the desert uniquely meets the ocean.

Furthermore, he emphasized that Namibia's thriving fisheries sector plays a crucial role in providing employment, economic prosperity, and food security for thousands of Namibians.

The President stressed the importance of fully utilizing the abundant natural resources present in the oceans and called on Namibians to take deliberate action in implementing measures to protect the ocean from harmful practices.