Maldives explores fisheries and aquaculture research cooperation with Chinese university

The Maldives has discussed potential research, technical and capacity-building cooperation with Nanjing Agricultural University in fisheries, agriculture, aquaculture and ocean resources.

Mohamed Hilmy

05 November 2026, 13:21

The Maldives has explored potential cooperation with Nanjing Agricultural University in scientific research, technical knowledge exchange and capacity development across the fisheries, agriculture, aquaculture and ocean resources sectors.

Fisheries, Agriculture and Ocean Resources Minister Ahmed Shiyam and his delegation visited the Sanya Institute of Nanjing Agricultural University during an official visit to Hainan, China.

The visit formed part of Shiyam’s trip to Hainan at the invitation of the organisers of the 7th Symposium on Global Maritime Cooperation and Ocean Governance.

Discussions focused on opportunities for collaboration in areas relevant to the Maldives, including scientific research, technical knowledge sharing and capacity development.

The two sides also discussed strengthening institutional partnerships and developing specialised expertise through academic and research cooperation.

Nanjing Agricultural University is recognised for its work in agricultural sciences, environmental studies and aquaculture research.

No formal agreement or partnership was announced following the discussions.

Maldives explores fisheries and aquaculture research cooperation with Chinese university

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