ASEAN +3 Agricultural Ministers confirm ongoing cooperation

Meeting this week in Laos' capital of Vientiane, ASEAN +3 Agricultural and Forestry Ministers asserted their desire for continued strong cooperation in food, agriculture, and forestry sectors.

The 12th meeting of ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry and the Ministers of Agriculture of China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea (12th AMAF +3) wrapped up with a press conference this Friday in Vientiane.

At the press conference the ministers noted the progress made in cooperative forestry and agricultural projects across the region, such as capacity building in agricultural production, post- harvest handling, training, and research and development in crops, livestock, fisheries, and forestry.

Over the same period the 34th Meeting of ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry (34th AMAF) was also held in Vientiane.-The Philippine Star (September 28, 2012 11:00PM)