Oman, Russia discuss cooperation in food security
The meeting discussed aspects of cooperation between the Sultanate of Oman and the Russian Federation in the fields of food security and investment. The two sides also touched on means of exchanging expertise in developing the sectors of agriculture, fisheries and water resources.
The meeting was attended by HH Sayyid Nizar bin Al Julanda al Said, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Italian Republic. - ONA
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