IOFS and UAE continue cooperation in the field of strengthening food security

Country: United Arab Emirates
IOFS and UAE continue cooperation in the field of strengthening food security
27 June 2024

Astana, Kazakhstan – On June 27, 2024, a meeting was held between the Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS), H.E. Ambassador Berik Aryn, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Kazakhstan, H.E. Dr. Mohamed Saeed Mohamed Alariqi.

The courtesy visit aimed to strengthen and continue the collaborative efforts between IOFS and the UAE towards enhancing food securityand developing agriculture in member states. This visit underscores the commitment of both parties to address food security challenges, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and Central Asia, through strategic partnership and joint initiatives.

During the meeting, the parties discussed ways to expand their bilateral cooperation between IOFS and UAE, focusing on joint activities and projects that can improve food security across the Islamic world. Both parties expressed a strong commitment to continue collaboration on initiatives that promote sustainable agricultural practices and food security.