Vice Minister Zhang Zhili Engages in Agricultural Cooperation Talks with Global Officials
Zhang Zhili, Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China, held meetings with officials from Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, and Jamaica in Beijing on May 27, 2026. The discussions focused on enhancing agricultural cooperation and were part of the 2026 Global Poverty Reduction and Development Forum. With Colombia, the talks centered on leveraging the China–Colombia Joint Committee on Agricultural Cooperation to improve agricultural machinery, investment, and trade. Discussions with Côte d’Ivoire emphasized cooperation in rice, natural rubber, and cocoa sectors, while talks with Jamaica focused on aquaculture and agricultural technology. These meetings aim to strengthen bilateral relations and promote sustainable agricultural development.