Yemen, FAO discuss priorities of agricultural sector projects

Industry Minister, U.S. Ambassador Discuss Economic Cooperation and Investment Opportunities

Minister of Industry and Trade Mohammed Al-Ashwal held talks on Tuesday with U.S. Ambassador to Yemen Steven Fagin on expanding economic cooperation, promoting investment partnerships, and supporting institutional modernization efforts.

Death Toll from Israeli Offensive in Gaza Rises to 72,757, with 172,645 Injured

Medical sources in Gaza Strip said the death toll from the Israeli military offensive on the territory has risen to 72,757, while the number of wounded has reached 172,645 since the outbreak of the war on October 7, 2023.

Oil price tops $100 a barrel

Oil prices jumped above $100 per barrel today, Monday, as the U.S. Navy prepares to take control of ship movements in the Strait of Hormuz.

Inter Milan a win away from Serie A title

Inter Milan continued its successful march to reclaim the Italian football league title, despite drawing with its host Torino (2-2), in the conclusion of the 34th round of the competition.

Last Update: ، 2026/05/19 Time 04:56:23
Latest News:

Yemen Takes Part in Global Partnerships Conference in London

Vice Foreign Minister Holds Talks in Madrid on Yemen-Spain Relations and Peace Efforts

Presidential Leadership Council Commends Government's Decisions, Considers them Starting Point to Build ..

PLC Member Salem al-Khanbashi Reviews Public Health Laboratories and Reaffirms Support for Social Cohesion ..

Saudi Development Program Showcases Yemen Reconstruction Experience at Global Urban Forum

Yemen, FAO discuss priorities of agricultural sector projects

[06/10/2021 06:35]

ADEN – SABA
Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Fisheries Salem Al-Soqatri discussed with the Director of Programs at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the assistant representative of the FAO in Yemen the priorities of projects and plans for the agricultural sector.

The meeting dealt with enhancing cooperation between the ministry and the organization in implementing the project to enhance resilience, which will be implemented by FAO in the districts of Tibn in Lahj and Khanfar in Abyan governorate, at a total cost of ten million euros, as well as the project to establish a locust control center in Aden governorate funded by the World Bank.

The minister stressed the need to support the development of infrastructure and the establishment of sustainable development projects, which are among the priorities of the Ministry, which is keen to pay attention and advance them to keep pace with the challenges of the current stage.

For his part, the representative of the Director of Programs at FAO affirmed the organization's readiness to provide the necessary support to the agricultural and fisheries sectors in Yemen, on which a large segment of the population depends.