Hayashi expressed the will of his working team to further expand trade and cooperation relations in this sector.
The Japanese Minister said this collaboration is a priority for the two countries and stressed complimentarity between the two nations to share experiences and support each other to increase efficiency in productivity and food quality.
Rodriguez referred to the cooperation ties in this area and thanked Japan for the traditional assistance to Cuba in food production.
The Cuban diplomat also highlighted the importance of mutual cooperation to increase exports to Japan of traditional Cuban products such as lobster, organic honey and coffee, among others, as well as the joint production of genetically improved seeds for tropical pests.
The Ambassador availed the opportunity to convey information on the situation of the updating process of Cuban economic and social model and in particular the changes in the agricultural sector to ensure food security for the people.
