UAE, Brazil and Cuba announce food security initiative

Cuban Ambassador to the UAE Norberto Escalona has announced a joint initiative with Brazil and the UAE to successfully co-operate on food security.

The agreement was reached during the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28).

Emirates news agency WAM also reported a tripartite agreement for US$50 million worth of food aid from Brazil.

According to a note from Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the initiative is part of a joint effort to develop sustainable food systems, agriculture and promote climate protection measures.

The UAE will provide financial support and increased investment in relevant core projects.

UAE Minister of State for International Co-operation Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy said the agreement will help preserve the environment and limit the effects of climate change on manufacturers.

She added that the UAE is committed to tackling global issues and this agreement is a recognition of the importance of collective action. This is reported by Prensa Latina, a partner of TV BRICS.

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