Portuguese Minister of Agriculture Emphasizes Stronger Food Cooperation with Morocco
José Manuel Fernandes, the Portuguese Minister of Agriculture and Maritime Affairs, recently expressed the importance of enhancing cooperation between Portugal and Morocco in the agricultural sector. Speaking at the opening of the 18th International Agriculture Exhibition in Meknes, Fernandes remarked that the two nations are more than just neighbors; they are friends united by the ambition to develop sustainable food systems. He emphasized the need to deepen and strengthen bilateral cooperation, highlighting the presence of excellent investors and outstanding small and medium-sized enterprises in both countries. Fernandes stated, "We have all the capabilities to create a fairer and more equitable world." He further stressed that cooperation should go beyond mere words, urging for a commitment to institutional collaboration, particularly in supporting food system transformations, research, and innovation, to build resilient, robust, and inclusive food systems.
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