Mawlavi Sadr Azam Osmani, Deputy Minister of Agriculture, met with Fabrizio Cesaritti, Deputy Head of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), to discuss the importance of transparency in infrastructure projects in Afghanistan.
The meeting emphasized that foreign organizations must adhere to the principles of the Islamic Emirate while implementing their projects.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, the discussion included various development initiatives, such as: Check dams, irrigation canals, and buildings for milk collection centers. Establishment of commercial fruit orchards and distribution of wheat seeds. Programs for agriculture and livestock staff, as well as farmers and breeders. Combating locust outbreaks and managing plant pests and animal diseases.Protection and rehabilitation of forests and addressing climate change.
FAO representatives announced that several essential projects in these areas will be implemented this year, aiming to benefit thousands of Afghan farmers and livestock breeders.
Mawlavi Sadr Azam Osmani stressed that any foreign entity wishing to undertake essential public service projects in Afghanistan must ensure full compliance with Islamic Emirate principles while prioritizing transparency and effectiveness.
He also reassured that the Ministry of Agriculture is fully cooperative with foreign organizations, with technical teams and ministry staff present throughout project execution to ensure ongoing coordination and alignment with the interests of the Afghan people.
Additionally, the meeting underscored the importance of domestic production of parent seeds for vegetables and grains to bolster food security and self-sufficiency.
The FAO continues to play a vital role in various sectors of agriculture and livestock in Afghanistan, significantly improving the livelihoods of countless farmers and livestock breeders across the country.
