VALLETTA, Feb. 20 (Xinhua) -- Malta on Thursday launched a marine conservation project worth 2 million euros (2.1 million U.S. dollars), aimed at improving the quality of its waters and boosting biodiversity.

The project, "Marine Conservation - An Inclusive Approach to Managing Marine Resources," is a collaboration between various government entities and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). It aims to boost the island's environment and benefit local communities including fishers.

The project is led by the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) in collaboration with the Fisheries Department, Aquatic Resources Malta, Transport Malta, Ambjent Malta, BirdLife Malta, and Nature Trust Malta, and is co-financed with European funds.

It is tasked with sustainably balancing business and recreational activities with the health of marine life around Malta, restoring damaged habitats, and engaging with communities to raise awareness of issues affecting marine conservation.

Addressing the launch, Environment Minister Miriam Dalli said: "Protecting marine habitats and species means safeguarding the livelihoods of those who depend on fishing and tourism, while also ensuring that everyone can continue to enjoy our seas for years to come." Enditem

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