The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has said that Nigeria would partner with Belgium for strengthen of economic ties to enhance food security
This was disclosed by a statement on Tuesday by Director of Information and Public Relations, Mr Mohammed Manga at the Ministry of Finance in Abuja.
According to the statement, Manga said the minister and the Belgian ambassador, Mr 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.
“Also, the government’s ever-increasing support for farmers through sustainable policies in order to boost agricultural productivity,” he said.
Edun further stated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to key macroeconomic reforms and food security
Manga stated that Leenknegt had earlier expressed Belgium’s interest in deepening economic relations with Nigeria for mutual benefit.
“This meeting marks a significant step towards strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and Belgium.
“The two countries would continue to explore opportunities for cooperation,” Manga quoted Leenknegt as saying
