The steps are under way to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU ) between Cuba and Sri Lanka to develop the coconut industry in the country. A series of discussions between Minister of Plantation Industries D. M. Jayaratne and Cuban Ambassador Nirsia Castro Guevara was held recently at the Ministry. As a result, a proposal to exchange expertise and technical services of both countries had been made by Ambassador Guevara to Minister Jayaratne.At the meeting, Minister revealed that the initial steps had already been taken by the Ministry to popularize the coconut based products around the world. The products will be exported to Middle East countries as well as European countries.
The Cuban Ambassador assured that she will extend Cuban assistance to develop the country’s plantation sector too.(SST)
Courtesy: Government Information Department
