The Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Wale Edun has said that Nigeria and Belgium would increase their economic collaboration to improve food security.
This was revealed in a statement signed by Mr. Mohammed Manga, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Finance, which was made public in Abuja.
The minister met with Mr. Pieter Leenknegt, the Belgian Ambassador, to discuss methods to promote collaboration in agricultural and food security, according to the ministry’s director of information.
“At the meeting, Edun highlighted Nigeria’s improving economy, declining inflation, price stability, and increased savings in the federation account.
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“Also, the government’s ever-increasing support for farmers through sustainable policies in order to boost agricultural productivity,” he said.
Edun further reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to key macroeconomic reforms.
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.
