A'Ibom Govt Brokers Partnership Deal with Indonesia on Agriculture, Aviation, and ORS

Governor Umo Eno's ARISE Agenda in Akwa Ibom State has continued to present prospects that draw the  attention of the international community to the various sectors of the State's economy. 

Latest of the prospects is the relationship brokered between the Republic of Indonesia and the subnational government of Akwa Ibom State for collaborations in the areas of agriculture, aviation, infrastructure, education, technology and trade.

Governor Umo Eno brokered the partnership when he played host to the Indonesian Ambassador to Nigeria, AVM Usrah Hendra Harahap, who was on a courtesy visit to him at Government House , Uyo.

Welcoming the Indonesian Ambassador on behalf of the government and people of the State, Governor Eno expressed appreciation to the Ambassador for the interest of his government in Nigeria and by extension, Akwa Ibom, expressing confidence that the interaction marks the beginning of a long lasting relationship between the Republic of Indonesia and a subnational in Nigeria. 

Governor Eno noted that with the current food crisis occasioned by the withdrawal of subsidy on petrol by the federal government, prioritizing agriculture, including the blue economy and other areas that would enhance food sufficiency has become necessary, hence the need to partner the Indonesian government that is already doing well in those areas.

"It is note worthy that agriculture contributes about 12.8% of our GDP, employing about 47% of the entire nation's workforce. So the global thing right now for us as a nation,  particularly with the high cost of living associated with the removal of subsidy and other economic issues, is agriculture.

"Agriculture actually is on the front burner of our people right now and we know, like you also mentioned in your address, Indonesia has done very well in the area of agriculture. We'll like to partner with you, " Gov Eno said.

He further expressed appreciation for the offer by the Indonesian Ambassador to support the operation of Ibom Air with a CN235 aircraft and assured that he will confer with the management of the airline over the proposal.

In the area of technology, the governor said Akwa Ibom will particularly appreciate collaboration in the area of  electric vehicles which, according to him, Indonesia was already doing very well too.

"In this era of carbon credit, we will like to work with countries and organizations that will help us with electric vehicles. So I look forward to personally working with you on that. We'll also like to see some cultural exchange between Akwa Ibom and Indonesia to build up our tourism potential," he added. 

In his address, the Indonesian Ambassador, Usrah Hendra Harahap, stated that his visit underscores Indonesia's unwavering commitment to strengthening her diplomatic ties with Nigeria which, since 1965, has witnessed steady growth, acknowledging the significant contributions of Akwa Ibom State in fostering the relationship. 

Affirming the desire of his government to further expand and deepen collaborations with Akwa Ibom, Mr Harahap lauded the state's potential for collaboration with Indonesia in several key sectors and stated that Indonesia remains committed to fostering a broad-based partnership with Akwa Ibom and welcomes the state government to explore potential collaborations in other sectors, such as education, healthcare, and trade.

"I would like to express Indonesia's keen interest in exploring new avenue of collaboration with the government of Akwa Ibom State: Indonesia is proud to offer the CN235 aircraft to Ibom Air. This versatile and reliable aircraft can significantly enhance domestic and regional connectivity, fostering economic growth and tourism in Akwa Ibom State.

"Indonesia has made significant advancements in coal-based fertilizer technology. We are eager to explore the potential application of this technology in Akwa Ibom, offering a cost-effective and efficient approach to enhancing agricultural productivity while promoting environmental sustainability, " he added.

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