Bari Conference Focuses on Plant Health Strategy
Today, Yemen’s Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Fisheries, Salem Al-Saqtri, met with Dr. Qu Dongyu, the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), to explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation. This meeting took place during the conference aimed at supporting the Plant Health Strategy in the Near East and North Africa, held in Bari, Italy.
Joint Efforts to Maximize Impact
During their discussion, Al-Saqtri emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts between Yemen and the FAO. He highlighted the need to capitalize on existing opportunities to strengthen the Plant Health Strategy. The minister praised the FAO’s ongoing initiatives in Yemen, particularly in light of the compounded challenges the country faces due to the ongoing conflict instigated by Houthi militias and the impacts of climate change.
National Strategy for Food Security
Al-Saqtri outlined key elements of Yemen’s national strategy aimed at enhancing the agricultural and fisheries sectors to improve food security. He stressed the necessity of building capacity through training programs and equipping specialized centers with essential testing and monitoring equipment.
FAO’s Commitment to Support Yemen
In response, Dr. Qu Dongyu reaffirmed the FAO’s commitment to supporting Yemen, particularly in strengthening agricultural and veterinary quarantine centers. He assured that these centers would be equipped to fulfill their roles effectively.
Attendance and Representation
The meeting also included the presence of Dr. Asmahan Al-Touqi, Yemen’s Ambassador to Italy, who underscored the significance of international collaboration in addressing Yemen’s agricultural challenges.
This dialogue marks a crucial step toward fostering sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing food security in Yemen, demonstrating the importance of international partnerships in overcoming local challenges.
To follow the news in Arabic
A new inmate death at the central prison in Ibb, Yemen, has brought the total…
The Israeli military has issued urgent evacuation warnings for several towns in southern Lebanon, coinciding…
President Dr. Rashad Mohammed Alimi extends heartfelt condolences to the family of Rajeh Saleh Naji,…
President Dr. Rashad Mohammed Alimi has endorsed a landmark agreement for the release of 1,750…
In a recent meeting, President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's dedication to increasing economic opportunities for…
Dhamar University, under Houthi control, has withheld students' second-semester results due to their non-participation in…