NNA - Caretaker Minister of Agriculture, Abbas Hajj Hassan, left Beirut today for Jordan at the head of a ministerial delegation to participate in the works of the eleventh Cooperative Ministerial Conference for Asia-Pacific countries, hosted by the Jordanian Ministry of Agriculture in partnership with the International Cooperative Alliance for Asia-Pacific countries and the Arab countries.

The conference aims to bolster partnerships between governments and cooperatives, contributing to sustainable development across economic, social, cultural, and environmental spheres.

The two-day conference will provide a significant platform for ministers and cooperative sector representatives to exchange experiences and discuss cooperative work strategies. It also seeks to promote cooperative culture and identity in societies, highlighting the sector's economic and social contributions.

The conference is expected to attract wide participation from ministers and cooperative leaders representing various countries, demonstrating Jordan's pivotal role in fostering international cooperation despite regional conflicts. Additionally, it aims to formulate sustainable policies and regulatory environments conducive to cooperative growth, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals.

With broad participation from over 50 countries, including ministers and cooperative leaders, the conference underscores Jordan's regional prominence and commitment to cooperative development.

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