The Hon’ble Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, held a bilateral meeting with Rt Hon Dame Angela Eagle, UK Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, in New Delhi, today.
The discussions focused on strengthening India–UK cooperation in animal health, sustainable livestock production, scientific research, genomics, advanced reproductive technologies and capacity-building through the exchange of technical expertise and best practices.
Both sides also explored opportunities under the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), including addressing market access and regulatory issues related to livestock, dairy, marine and other animal-origin products.
The engagement reaffirmed the commitment of both countries to enhancing bilateral cooperation, facilitating trade and promoting sustainable growth in the animal husbandry and allied sectors.