Sri Lanka and Türkiye sign MoU on agricultural cooperation

Sri Lanka and Türkiye have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on agricultural cooperation to strengthen collaboration in agricultural development, technology and research.

The agreement was signed in Ankara yesterday (27) during a bilateral meeting between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra and Dr. Ahmet Bağcı, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Forestry of Türkiye.

Talks covered agricultural development, modern farming technologies, research and innovation, knowledge sharing, capacity building, and opportunities to strengthen ties between the agricultural institutions of the two countries. Both sides also highlighted the importance of improving agricultural productivity, supporting farmers, promoting sustainable farming practices and strengthening food security.

The MoU provides a framework for closer cooperation between Sri Lanka and Türkiye, with an emphasis on translating bilateral engagement into practical initiatives that benefit the agricultural sectors of both countries.

Deputy Minister Hemachandra expressed his appreciation to Dr. Bağcı for his hospitality, constructive engagement and commitment to further strengthening the longstanding friendly relations between Sri Lanka and Türkiye.