Gulf Agriculture Ministers Discuss the Executive Regulations for the Fertilizers and Soil Enhancers Law and the Veterinary Quarantine Law

The deputy ministers of agriculture from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries held their 34th meeting (remotely), under the chairmanship of the Kingdom of Bahrain, to discuss current developments related to food security and to enhance cooperation and integration among member states.

The Public Authority for Agriculture and Fisheries Resources stated in a statement to KUNA that the meeting reviewed measures taken by the GCC Secretariat General in light of the current circumstances, alongside discussing a number of laws and regulations aimed at supporting joint Gulf efforts.

The authority added that the meeting reviewed the (amended) Pesticides Law, discussed the executive regulations for the Fertilizers and Soil Amendments Law, and examined the draft executive regulations for the Veterinary Quarantine Law, all of which contribute to strengthening food and agricultural security in GCC countries.

Kuwait was represented at the meeting by the Acting Director General of the Authority, Eng. Salem Al-Hai, accompanied by the Authority’s specialized technical team.

In a statement, Eng. Al-Hai said the meeting takes place amid rapid regional and international developments and challenges that necessitate strengthening coordination and joint Gulf integration, particularly with regard to giving top priority to the joint Gulf strategic reserve of food and basic necessities.

He praised the meeting’s agenda, which was rich with numerous important items and projects supporting sustainability and Gulf integration, highlighting the strategic importance of food security for the Gulf and the follow-up on implementation mechanisms, as well as the establishment of a joint operations room to address crises and manage risks.