[27 August 2008]

SANA'A, Aug. 27 (Saba)- Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation Mansour al-Hawshabi discussed here on Wednesday with the Dutch ambassador to Sana'a Harry Buikeman aspects of mutual cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the area of agriculture .

The talks dealt with the priority of agricultural projects to supported by the Dutch government, particularly the project of irrigation and improvement of agriculture products to contribute to developing agriculture sector and providing food security.

The minister expressed his appreciation to the support of the Netherland's
Kingdom as one of donor's countries to support development process in Yemen, highlighting the distinctive relations which both countries enjoy.

For his part, the Dutch diplomat expressed his country willingness to provide development support in Yemen in various fields, particularly in the implementation of irrigation projects, dams and water barriers to realize the comprehensive development.

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Saba