China assists Maldives in protecting coconut trees

3 weeks ago

China is extending assistance to the Maldives in protecting its coconut trees from pests. The agreement on the implementation of the China-funded coconut tree pest control project was signed by Maldivian Agriculture Minister Dr. Mariyam Mariya and Chinese Ambassador Kong Xianhua on Monday. According to the Chinese embassy, the project aims to enhance the prevention and control level of coconut tree diseases