Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, and the Republic of Niger held a session of talks today. The session focused on existing cooperation and explored opportunities to develop and expand them to support food security efforts, enhance sustainability, and exchange expertise in fields of mutual interest.

According to Oman News Agency, the discussions took place during a meeting between Eng. Yaqoub Khalfan Al Busaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources for Fisheries, and Bakary Yaou Sangar©, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Nigeriens Abroad of the Republic of Niger. The meeting addressed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between the two countries in agriculture and water resources. Additionally, it reviewed opportunities for cooperation in employing modern agricultural technologies, developing water resources management, and enhancing investment and innovation in the agricultural and livestock sectors.

The two sides emphasized the importance of continuing coordination and the exchange of expertise. They also highlighted the need to enhance technical and investment partnerships to serve shared interests and support sustainable development. Both parties expressed their aspiration to open new horizons for cooperation that will yield mutual benefits for the two countries.