China & Pak enhance agricultural collaboration
SHANGHAI: The Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences (SAAS) and the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF) have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) on China-Pakistan agricultural science and technology collaboration. This milestone agreement signifies a new era of agricultural cooperation between the two countries.
The LoI outlines the intention of both institutions to collaborate on joint teaching, training, research, and other mutually agreed activities. The goal is to strengthen the program and foster a closer relationship between SAAS and UAF.
Therefore, The Letter of Intent (LoI) identifies several areas of collaboration, which encompass post-harvest treatment of agricultural products, integrated pest management in crops like rice, corn, and nut fruits, investigation of pests’ molecular mechanisms and their interaction with agricultural products, utilization of agricultural resources, evaluation of germplasm, deployment of specialty maize hybrids, and other related initiatives.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by SAAS (China) President Professor Cai Youming and UAF Vice Chancellor Dr Iqrar Ahmad Khan.
Prof Khan expressed his enthusiasm for learning from China’s expertise in post-harvest processing, biological breeding, product innovation, technical services, and knowledge transfer.
In addition, The aim is to leverage each other’s strengths and establish a robust mechanism for exchange and cooperation.
However, This collaboration holds great promise for the agricultural sectors of both countries. By sharing knowledge, expertise, and resources, China and Pakistan can work together to address common challenges and drive innovation in the field of agriculture.
The LoI signing marks a significant step towards deepening bilateral ties and unlocking new opportunities for growth and development in the agricultural sector.
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Published in The Logical baat, May 23rd, 2023.