Philippines aims to strengthen rice cooperation with Vietnam for food security due to increasing population and demand.

Philippines seeks to enhance rice cooperation with Vietnam for food security, according to Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel. Vietnam, the world's third-largest rice exporter, has supplied 45.4% of its total rice shipments to the Philippines this year. As the Philippines population grows (1.5% annually), its demand for rice increases, making cooperation vital for food security.

July 08, 2024
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