June 23, 2016:- Ready to set strategic targets to ensure the development and growth of the Maritime Sector, the first meeting of the Standing Committee for the development of the Maritime Sector was held on Wednesday 22nd June, 2016 at the Ministry of Trade and Industry. The Committee which will report to Cabinet every three (3) months has been established to direct the development and implementation of initiatives for the expansion of the maritime sector under the chairmanship of the Honourable Franklin Khan, Minister of Rural Development and Local Government.