Philippine Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel concluded a productive ministerial visit to Japan on 26–29 January 2026, meeting Japan’s new Agriculture Minister and the Senior Vice President of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to advance agriculture, fisheries, and food security cooperation.
Accompanied by Governors Rodolfo Albano III and Mario Eduardo Ortega, the Secretary visited Japan’s advanced logistics hubs for grains, fish, and meat—including Chita Futo, Yaizu Fish Port, and Tokyo Wholesale Meat Market—to serve as models for the Philippines’ food security and agri-fisheries modernization initiatives.
The visit underscores the Department of Agriculture’s commitment to deepening relations with Japan, a global leader in agri-fisheries technology and a key market for Philippine exports. Partnerships forged during the meetings are expected to strengthen trade, enhance food security, and modernize the country’s agriculture and fisheries sectors. ### (Photos by DA-OSEC)
