Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to support government to modernize agricultural sector
At a meeting between President Ranil Wickremesinghe and representatives from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation held at the Presidential Secretariat on Tuesday (30), the President emphasized the importance of continuing the government’s efforts to modernize the agricultural sector by digitization of data, improve nutrition, address climate change, and enhance financial security.
Officials from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation expressed their willingness to support these activities, provided they align with the government’s policies and regulations regarding financial assistance and the use of modern technology. They presented relevant information to support their stance.
The proposed establishment of a university dedicated to climate change was also discussed during the meeting.
