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Azerbaijan Joins Islamic Organization for Food Security
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Azerbaijan Joins Islamic Organization for Food Security

From The Astana Times · (1h ago) English Positive tone

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  • Azerbaijan has officially joined the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS), enhancing cooperation among OIC member states on food security and sustainable agriculture.
  • The accession agreement was signed by Azerbaijan's Agriculture Minister, Majnun Mammadov, during an international agriculture exhibition in Baku.
  • Established in 2016 at Kazakhstan's initiative, the IOFS aims to promote sustainable agriculture and food security across its member countries.

The Astana Times is pleased to report Azerbaijan's official accession to the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS). This significant step, formalized on May 6th, underscores Azerbaijan's commitment to strengthening regional cooperation in critical areas of food security and sustainable agriculture.

Our nation's Agriculture Minister, Majnun Mammadov, signed the accession agreement at the 19th Azerbaijan International Agriculture Exhibition and Forum in Baku. This event, a key platform for agricultural innovation and collaboration, also saw Uzbekistan signing a related document, highlighting a broader regional engagement. The presence of IOFS Director General Berik Aryn and representatives from the OIC and other international bodies at the ceremony further emphasizes the importance of this development.

As an organization founded on Kazakhstan's initiative in 2016 and headquartered in Astana, the IOFS plays a vital role in addressing the complex challenges of food security and promoting sustainable agricultural practices among its member states. Azerbaijan's membership is expected to bolster these joint efforts, contributing valuable expertise and resources to the collective goal of ensuring a stable and sustainable food future for the Islamic world. This expansion of the IOFS reflects a growing recognition of the interconnectedness of global food systems and the necessity of unified action.

Azerbaijan’s membership will strengthen cooperation among member states and support joint efforts to address food security challenges.

— Berik ArynDirector General of IOFS, commenting on Azerbaijan's accession.
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