Shavkat Mirziyoyev received FAO's highest award — the "Agricola" Medal
On October 6, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu. During the meeting, the head of state received the organization's highest award, the "Agricola" medal. The parties discussed further cooperation in the field of food security and agricultural development. The results of joint work in recent years were highlighted. Currently, 27 joint projects are being implemented, and a new five-year partnership program has also been adopted. […]
Shavkat Mirziyoyev awarded FAO's highest award — the "Agricola" Medal
On October 6, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu. During the talks, the head of state was awarded the organization's highest award — the "Agricola" Medal.
The parties reviewed prospects for further cooperation in the field of food security and agricultural development. It was noted that in recent years, joint work has yielded tangible results. Currently, 27 joint projects are being implemented, and a new five-year partnership program has been approved.
Uzbekistan has joined the FAO Council for the first time, for the 2028–2029 term. In addition, the launch of an Agro-innovation Hub for landlocked developing countries is scheduled for October 7 in Tashkent.
Special attention during the meeting was paid to the digitalization of agriculture, the introduction of artificial intelligence, climate finance, and the training of specialists.
Qu Dongyu presented the "Agricola" Medal to Shavkat Mirziyoyev in recognition of his initiatives and achievements in the field of food security, agriculture, and water management. The FAO award was established in 1977 and is presented for contributions to the fight against hunger and ensuring food security.