As climate change intensifies global food insecurity, experts emphasize the urgent need for cross-border collaboration to advance sustainable agriculture and green development. In a recent panel discussion hosted by BizTalk, international thought leaders outlined strategies to balance ecological preservation with economic growth.
Bridging Policy and Practice
Professor Elizabeth Thurbon of the University of New South Wales highlighted the “critical role of technology transfer” in helping developing nations adopt climate-resilient farming methods. “Solar-powered irrigation systems tested in China’s arid regions could benefit Southeast Asian nations facing similar challenges,” she noted.
EU Perspectives on Systemic Change
Stientje van Veldhoven, World Resources Institute Vice President for Europe, stressed the importance of circular economies: “Reducing post-harvest losses through better storage infrastructure could cut global agricultural waste by 30% – a key focus of China-EU cooperation frameworks.”
Cambodia’s Agricultural Innovations
Cambodian State Secretary Prak David shared success stories in rice cultivation: “By adopting water-saving techniques developed through ASEAN-China agricultural partnerships, our farmers increased yields while reducing methane emissions.”
The discussion concluded with consensus on China’s growing influence in global climate governance, particularly through South-South cooperation programs sharing renewable energy solutions with developing nations.
