Tunisia and Venezuela Agree to Establish Expert Working Group to Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation
Tunisia’s Minister of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Fisheries, Ezzeddine Ben Cheikh, and the Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to Tunisia, Reinaldo José Bolívar, have agreed to form a joint working group of experts to identify areas of bilateral cooperation in agriculture. The decision was reached during a meeting held on Monday in Tunis, according to a statement released by the Tunisian Ministry of Agriculture.
The discussions focused on the current state of bilateral relations in the agricultural sector and explored opportunities to enhance collaboration. Both parties emphasized the need to establish a legal framework to implement joint programs aimed at managing natural resources, promoting scientific research, and facilitating the transfer of technology to support agricultural development.
During the meeting, Minister Ben Cheikh highlighted the quality and competitiveness of Tunisian agricultural products in international markets, particularly olive oil and dates. He underscored Tunisia’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Venezuela and expanding cooperation through the exchange of scientific expertise in various agricultural fields. The minister also emphasized the importance of building robust partnerships to drive mutual growth and development.
Ambassador Bolívar expressed Venezuela’s interest in leveraging Tunisia’s pioneering experiences in agriculture, particularly in irrigation-based farming systems and value chain management. He reiterated his country’s desire to benefit from Tunisia’s advanced practices and to foster deeper collaboration in areas of shared interest.
The formation of the expert working group marks a significant step toward deepening agricultural cooperation between Tunisia and Venezuela, with both nations aiming to harness their respective strengths to achieve sustainable development in the sector.
