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The sea offers important trade routes, acts as a regulator of the climate, and represents a source of food, energy and resources. Well into the 21st century, the sea is taking on a new identity, as well as geostrategic and geopolitical importance without equal in the history of humanity; today more than ever, it puts Europe at the centre. Europe must profit from its centrality. Member States such as Portugal must take advantage of their relationship with the sea and the extent of their Exclusive Economic Zone; in the Portuguese case, it is one of the largest in the world.
Almost 40% of the European Union’s gross domestic product and 40% of its population are concentrated in coastal regions. It is estimated that the total turnover directly from maritime tourism in Europe was EUR 72 billion in 2004. Nearly 90% of Europe’s foreign trade and almost 40% of internal trade passes through its ports.
I therefore advocate an ambitious ‘blue growth’ strategy. To this end, the Commission should come up with an overarching, cross-sectoral strategy for sustainable growth in coastal regions and maritime sectors by 2012, based on a broad investigation of potentials and policy options and on broad stakeholder consultation."@en1
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