SUVA, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) is partnering with Fiji's Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Trade to address food security issues.
According to the National Project Coordinator Mohseen Khan, the UN organization aims to enhance food security, create employment opportunities, and support rural and economic development in the island nation, reported Fiji Broadcasting Corporation on Friday.
Khan said these initiatives play a vital role in building a sustainable agricultural framework that benefits both rural communities and the broader economy.
Under the Sustainable Transformation of Domestic Agri-Food Systems (STODAS) project, the FAO is actively working on an additional eight projects, which will provide valuable support to agribusiness in Fiji, he said.
Permanent Secretary for Trade Shaheen Ali said they are committed to supporting projects that contribute to economic growth and equip people with the relevant tools to tackle food security challenges.
The 2024 Agri-Innovate Program is a key initiative under the STODAS project, aimed at equipping agribusiness owners with insights to drive economic growth. ■
