Sri Lanka To Host FAO Conference Next Year
Date
12/8/2023 6:00:23 AM
(MENAFN- IANS) Colombo, Dec 8 (IANS) Sri Lanka will host the 37th session of the Asia Pacific Regional conference (APRC) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in February, 2024.
The conference will enable ministers of agriculture and high officials from 46 member countries across the Asia Pacific region to discuss challenges and priorities related to food and agriculture, promoting regional coherence, Xinhua news agency reported quoting FAO as saying.
Sri Lanka Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said the gathering will provide a vital platform for regional collaboration, benefitting the agricultural landscape, fisheries sector and environment of Sri Lanka, as well as participating member countries.
According to the FAO, by hosting the event, Sri Lanka demonstrates the country's dedication to the growth of sustainable agriculture, not just at home but across the region, and showcases its commitment to being partner in sustainable agricultural development.
--IANS
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