State Agency for Fisheries: Ukraine and Japan strengthen cooperation in fisheries and land reclamation

A working meeting was held involving Deputy Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, Oksana Osmachko, and Head of the State Agency for Land Reclamation, Fisheries, and Food Programmes of Ukraine, Vladyslav Neveselyi, with representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

During the meeting, the parties explored opportunities to deepen cooperation between Ukraine and Japan, particularly in the fields of fisheries and land reclamation.

Discussions focused on supporting the restoration of damaged state fish hatcheries and an initiative to establish and develop a specialised fisheries laboratory to enhance the efficiency of fish farming in Ukraine.

Additionally, the meeting addressed ways to provide technical assistance for the restoration and modernisation of irrigation system infrastructure.

The Japanese side was expressed gratitude for their steadfast support of Ukraine and unwavering solidarity with the Ukrainian people during these challenging times for Ukraine.

Background

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is a governmental agency responsible for delivering the majority of Japan’s official development assistance. Its mission is to promote economic and social development in developing countries and strengthen international cooperation.

JICA funds Ukraine’s Emergency Recovery Programme. In 2023–2024, three grant agreements were signed between JICA and the Government of Ukraine to implement the Programme (Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3). Notably, under the Programme and with the support of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food, water management organisations of the State Agency for Fisheries received equipment from Komatsu, a leading global manufacturer, including wheeled and tracked excavators, multi-purpose backhoe loaders, bulldozers, and more.