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Nigeria, Belgium to boost food security ties – Finance Minister, Edun - DAILTY POST
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said Nigeria and Belgium will strengthen economic ties to enhance food security.
The Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
Manga stated that the minister and the Belgian Ambassador, Pieter Leenknegt, held a meeting to explore ways to facilitate cooperation in agriculture and food security.
“At the meeting, Edun highlighted Nigeria’s improving economy, declining inflation, price stability, and increased savings in the federation account.
“Additionally, the government continues to provide increasing support for farmers through sustainable policies to boost agricultural productivity,” he said.
The finance minister reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to key macroeconomic reforms.
According to Manga, Leenknegt had earlier expressed Belgium’s interest in deepening economic relations with Nigeria for mutual benefit.
He quoted Leenknegt as saying, “This meeting marks a significant step towards strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and Belgium. The two countries will continue to explore opportunities for cooperation.”
