In a strategic move to strengthen food security and develop its agricultural sector, the Federal Government of Somalia, represented by the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, H.E. Mohamed Abdi Hayir “Mareye”, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Minister of Agriculture of Azerbaijan, H.E. Majnun Mammadov.
This agreement marks the beginning of a new phase of bilateral cooperation in agriculture between the two nations.
Key Objectives of Somalia–Azerbaijan Agricultural MoU:
This agreement aligns with Somalia’s national vision to achieve sustainable agricultural development and reduce reliance on imports.
The MoU focuses on the following core areas:
- Development of the agricultural sector through institutional and technical capacity building.
- Exchange of best agricultural practices via workshops and training for professionals in both countries.
- Transfer of modern agricultural technologies, especially in climate-resilient irrigation systems.
- Encouraging investment in Somalia’s arable land, with incentives for Azerbaijani investors.
- Facilitation of agricultural trade between Somalia and Azerbaijan.
Somalia–Azerbaijan: Academic Cooperation and Scholarships
To support human resource development, the agreement includes agricultural scholarships for Somali students in Azerbaijani universities and institutions.
It also supports joint agricultural research initiatives, focusing on crop quality improvement and pest control.
Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture: A Vision for the Future
Both ministers discussed the potential application of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture.
Such as data-driven crop monitoring and productivity optimization.
This represents a forward-looking step toward innovation-based partnerships, enhancing Somalia’s position as an emerging destination for smart agricultural investment in East Africa.
Why Somalia-Azerbaijan Partnership Matters?
This agreement is a significant boost to Somalia’s efforts in achieving food security.
Especially amid climate challenges facing local farmers.
It also strengthens agricultural diplomacy between Somalia and Azerbaijan and paves the way for broader collaboration in environmental management and rural development.
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