January 22, Thimphu: Mr. Scott Furssedonn-Wood, the British High Deputy Commissioner, Eastern India called on the Offtg. Secretary, Mr. Karma Dorji, the Director General for BAFRA. Welcoming the guest, the Offtg. Secretary expressed his appreciation for Bhutan-UK relationship which has been strengthened over the years.
During meeting, the agriculture related challenges in terms of food-security, organic certification, post harvest system, irrigations, floriculture and food safety were shared.
The meeting also discussed the possible areas of collaboration in green economy development, climate related activities and organic farming.
Mr. Scott was in the country from January 20-23 to meet with the Offtg. Foreign Secretary, BCCI President, Economic Joint Secretary, DHI Chairman etc.