Ukraine and Czech Republic Strengthen Trade Cooperation in Agricultural Products

by Roman Cheplyk
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
2 MIN
Ukraine and Czech Republic Strengthen Trade Cooperation in Agricultural Products

Ukraine and the Czech Republic have agreed to strengthen their bilateral cooperation in the trade of agricultural products

This initiative aims to enhance mutual trade, simplify export procedures, and develop joint projects in various agricultural sectors.

Key Highlights

  • Bilateral Cooperation Agreement: Focus on developing mutual trade and resolving export issues.
  • Joint Projects: Emphasis on fisheries and other agricultural sectors.

Statements from Officials Denys Bashlyk, Deputy Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, highlighted the outcomes of the tenth meeting of the Ukrainian-Czech Mixed Commission on Economic, Industrial, and Scientific and Technical Cooperation. "The Czech side expressed its interest in investments and development of the agricultural machinery market," said Bashlyk.

Key Developments

  • Investment in Agricultural Machinery: The Czech Republic has shown interest in investing in and developing Ukraine's agricultural machinery market.
  • Introduction of Agrarian Attaché: The Czech Republic announced the introduction of an attaché for agrarian issues at its Embassy in Kyiv to further strengthen cooperation.

Areas of Focus

  • Mutual Trade: Both countries aim to increase mutual trade in agricultural products.
  • Veterinary Control: Discussions on improving veterinary control to facilitate smoother trade operations.
  • Joint Fisheries Project: Continued development and implementation of a collaborative project in the field of fisheries.

Conclusion The strengthened cooperation between Ukraine and the Czech Republic in agricultural trade marks a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations and economic growth. The focus on mutual trade, investment in agricultural machinery, and joint projects will contribute to the development of both countries' agricultural sectors.

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