The aquaculture sector is considered highly promising due to its substantial impact on food security, national income, employment, and biodiversity conservation. This study concentrated on aquaculture and aimed to develop a comprehensive strategy for the sustainable expansion of the aquaculture sector. Despite aquaculture’s significant role in the economic frameworks of various countries worldwide, it has not played any part in the Libyan economy, whether in terms of food security or national revenue.
The aim of this research is to create a complete plan to guide the growth and promotion of aquaculture industry. The researcher conducted desk research on the topic and interviews with professionals. The results of the study showed that the aquaculture industry in Libya faces several challenges, including investment barriers, institutional development, and legal and regulatory issues. Based on the findings, the researcher developed a plan that includes both strategic goals and areas of intervention to achieve the goals. According to the results, the initial goal was to create institutions, then create a database, than establish strict regulations aimed at achieving sustainability in its three main forms: biological sustainability, social sustainability and economic sustainability. The findings also highlighted the importance of private investment, building primary and supporting industries, knowledge development and technology transfer. The results highlighted the urgent needed for collaboration and integration with international organizations in all aspects of the aquaculture industry.