Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia’s environment ministry on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Beijing Institute of Genomics on the sidelines of the 10th Arab-China Business Conference. The MoU is aimed at designing and operating joint initiatives.
The two parties will cooperate to develop scientific research, technology transfer, training, education and industrial development in the fields of agricultural genetics and biotechnology to contribute to enhancing food security and environmental protection in Saudi Arabia.
The MoU also aims to promote the use of advanced genomics technologies, the application of biotechnology solutions in agriculture, and big data analysis capabilities.
The two parties will discuss the possibility of establishing a national platform for research and development in genetics and biotechnology. The institute will also play the role of the ministry’s technological partner in biotechnology.