The Kabul Tribune (KT) — A senior delegation from the Taliban-run Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock has traveled to Moldova at the official invitation of the Moldovan government to discuss expanding practical and technical cooperation between the two countries.
The ministry said the delegation is led by its deputy minister for agriculture and livestock, Sadr Azam Osmani, and will remain in Moldova through Aug. 7.
During the visit, the Afghan delegation is expected to hold talks with Moldovan officials on expanding cooperation in agriculture, agricultural research and innovation, plant protection, modern agricultural technologies and the implementation of joint practical programs, according to the ministry.
Afghanistan and Moldova have potential for cooperation in agricultural development. Areas of possible collaboration include sharing experience in agricultural research and innovation, combating plant diseases and pests, adopting modern agricultural technologies and increasing agricultural production.