Tajikistan Appreciates German Funding For Agricultural Development

2024-04-17 10:08:36

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, April 17. Tajikistan hasexpressed gratitude for the support provided by Germany's FederalMinistry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) infinancing the establishment of value-added chains withinTajikistan's agricultural sector, Trend reports.

In a meeting held in Bonn, Germany, a delegation led by DeputyMinister of Economic Development and Trade, Akhliddin Nuriddinzoda,engaged in discussions with representatives from BMZ, as reportedby Tajikistan's Ministry of Economic Development and Trade.

Nuriddinzoda highlighted the crucial role of agriculture inTajikistan's economy, being essential for both food provision andthe supply of industrial raw materials. In 2023, agriculturecontributed 24.3 percent to the country's GDP.

He stressed the significant impact of the agricultural industryon national economic development, aligning with the government'sobjectives and plans.

Both parties expressed willingness to further enhance mutuallybeneficial cooperation and explore proposals discussed during themeeting.

According to the Statistical Agency of Tajikistan, agriculturalproduction in the country reached 1.016 billion somoni ($92.412million) in January 2024.

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