The Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Majnun Mammadov, met with a delegation led by the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mohamed Abdi Hayir.

During the bilateral meeting, a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of agriculture was signed between Azerbaijan and Somalia. The document was signed by Minister Majnun Mammadov on behalf of Azerbaijan and Minister Mohamed Abdi Hayir on behalf of Somalia.

The memorandum outlines key directions for future cooperation in agriculture. These include the establishment of a joint Working Group on agriculture, implementation of joint investment projects in priority areas of mutual interest, efficient use of agricultural lands, exchange of information on high-potential export products to boost trade turnover, digitalization in agriculture, sharing experience in agricultural insurance, developing and exchanging best practices in irrigation water management, exchange of scientific and technological innovations, organization of trainings and seminars, development of agricultural infrastructure, promotion of trade missions, and encouraging private sector participation in business events.

The meeting also included extensive discussions on other issues of mutual interest. “Caspian Energy Media” reports with reference to the Agriculture Ministry of Azerbaijan.