Amman, June 18 (Petra) – Minister of Agriculture Saeb Khraisat
participated in the Arab Organization for Agricultural Development’s
(AOAD) 39th General Assembly on Thursday.

The meeting, held virtually, featured technical expert sessions on
the work of AOAD’s technical, financial, and administrative
committees.

Sessions also focused on key programs and strategic plans aimed at
strengthening pan-Arab agricultural cooperation and knowledge
exchange.

Talking at the event, Khraisat noted AOAD’s role in advancing
agricultural development and food security across the region.

He urged increased coordination among member states to address
challenges facing the sector; particularly climate change, water
scarcity, and rising production costs.

Meanwhile, participants reviewed the progress of joint Arab
agricultural initiatives, exploring ways to enhance future programs
that support sustainable agricultural development, boost
productivity, promote technology transfer, and exchange technical
expertise.

//Petra// HA