Nigeria, Belgium Partner to Boost Food Security, Economic Activities<\/p>\n
In a bid to strengthen bilateral relations and explore economic opportunities for the enhancement of Agriculture and Food Security in the country, Nigeria\u2019s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has met with the Belgian Ambassador, H.E Pieter Leenknegt<\/p>\n
The meeting, which held in his office in Abuja, focused on enhancing economic cooperation, with particular emphasis on agriculture and food security.<\/p>\n
During the diplomatic talk, the Minister highlighted Nigeria\u2019s improving economic outlook, noting declining inflation, stabilizing prices, and increased savings in the federation account.<\/p>\n
HM Edun also reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu\u2019s commitment to key macroeconomic reforms, acknowledging however, the initial impact on the cost of living. He assured that the measures are already yielding positive results.<\/p>\n
The Minister emphasized the government\u2019s focus on supporting farmers through favourable policies to boost agricultural productivity.<\/p>\n
Speaking earlier, Ambassador Leenknegt expressed Belgium\u2019s interest in deepening economic relations, with both parties pledging continued collaboration for mutual benefit.<\/p>\n
The meeting marks a significant step towards strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and Belgium.<\/p>\n
As the two countries continue to explore opportunities for cooperation, we look forward to a brighter future for both nations.<\/p>\n
Signed
\nMohammed Manga, FCAI
\nDirector, Information and Public Relations
\nFebruary 24, 2025<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Nigeria, Belgium Partner to Boost Food Security, Economic Activities In a bid to strengthen bilateral relations and explore economic opportunities for the enhancement of Agriculture and Food Security in the country, Nigeria\u2019s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has met with the Belgian Ambassador, H.E Pieter Leenknegt The meeting, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":145479,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[79],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-145478","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-economy"},"yoast_head":"\n