On the Mechanisms and Instruments Shaping Agri-Food Systems
On 12 November 2026, a round table discussion titled "Mechanisms and Instruments of FAO, the SCO and the EAEU Affecting the Transformation of Agri-Food Systems" took place in Moscow, Russian Federation, hosted by the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) in a hybrid format.
Gohar Barseghyan, Minister in charge of Industry and Agriculture of the EEC, delivered a welcoming address, highlighting the significance of fostering cooperation in transforming agri-food systems for global food security.
Sohail Khan, Deputy Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), underscored the paramount importance of sustainable agricultural development for SCO member states. The Organisation, he noted, serves as a multilateral platform for establishing robust and inclusive agri-food chains.
The Deputy Secretary-General emphasised the need for:
- Developing mutual trade in agricultural products
- Implementing digital platforms and "smart" agriculture technologies
- Adapting to climate change
Participants expressed their commitment to further strengthening partnerships, including within the scope of SCO action plans with the EAEU and FAO.