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Spanish Ambassador Pujol and Minister Chaudhary Discuss Agricultural Cooperation and FAO Election

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Non-Resident Ambassador of Spain to Nepal, Juan Antonio March Pujol, met with Minister for Agriculture, Forest and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, to discuss agricultural modernization, digitalization, and bilateral cooperation. Ambassador Pujol sought Nepal's support for Spain's candidate in the 2027 FAO Director-General election, to which Minister Chaudhary agreed to consult the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

  • Ambassador Pujol expressed Spain's willingness to support Nepal in areas like quality agricultural production, traceability systems, investment, and technology exchange, sharing Spain's experiences in wine production and olive oil traceability.
  • Discussions also covered climate-smart agriculture, water management, and the expansion of bilateral cooperation between Spain and Nepal.
  • Minister Chaudhary highlighted Nepal's ongoing efforts in agricultural digitalization, innovation, youth empowerment, and the registration of Geographical Indications for products like oranges and kiwis.
  • The Ambassador informed that Nepal has been invited to an international event on women through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • Minister Chaudhary noted Nepal's vulnerability to climate change despite forest conservation efforts and expressed interest in learning from Spain's experiences.

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