The International Conference on Food Security, held in Samarkand with the assistance of FAO, brought together around 100 representatives from 26 countries. They discussed the successful reforms in the agricultural sector implemented in Uzbekistan in recent years, current projects, and future plans. All present were amazed by the presentation of the country’s agricultural potential.
Uzbekistan’s Minister of Agriculture Aziz Voitov highlighted the need to continue to strengthen international cooperation in the agricultural sector, learn from the experience of advanced countries, and contribute to food security through the wider use of modern technologies.
FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu praised the high level of the conference and the number of useful proposals and initiatives that are needed for the development of the industry. He also emphasized that the signing of the Samarkand Declaration was a major event in the work of FAO.
After the plenary session of the Investment Forum, B2B and G2B meetings took place. Representatives of the business community from almost 30 countries exchanged their experiences. Many agreements were reached, as a result of which direct investments, funds from international financial institutions, and grants will be attracted, and relevant documents were signed.
A scientific forum entitled “Research and Innovation in Agriculture in Central Asia and the Caucasus” was also held. The conference participants got acquainted with the activities of enterprises producing agricultural products in the Samarkand region and visited cultural monuments, a symbol of traditional Uzbek hospitality.
Gayrat Khonnazarov, UzA