Tue, 27 May 2025 06:10:21 +0200/en/worldwide/our-regional-offices/southeast-asian-islands/news-southeast-asian-islands/afd-and-cirad-new-technical-assistance-to-boost-climate-resilienceManila, 16th of May 2025 – ÁùºÏ²Êͼ¿â, in partnership with the French Development Agency (AFD), the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), the Philippines Department of Agriculture (DA), and the Philippines Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) have launched a new phase of technical assistance under the Climate Change Action Program (CCAP) in the Philippines. This third phase of support is part of the broader Policy-Based Loan program co-financed by AFD, JICA, and ADB, and it targets increased resilience of Philippine agriculture and natural ecosystems to climate change.Tue, 27 May 2025 06:10:21 +0200/en/worldwide/our-regional-offices/southeast-asian-islands/news-southeast-asian-islands/cirad-and-partners-launch-gi-project-in-the-philippinesManila, 15 May 2025 – A new milestone has been reached in promoting sustainable, high-value agriculture in the Philippines. The Geographical Indications (GI) Project was officially launched by the French Development Agency (AFD), the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), REDD, and ÁùºÏ²Êͼ¿â in Manila on 15 May. This initiative marks a new chapter of cooperation between France and the Philippines in recognizing and protecting the unique qualities of local agricultural products.Wed, 21 May 2025 06:20:48 +0200/en/worldwide/our-regional-offices/southeast-asian-islands/news-southeast-asian-islands/the-cadre-consortiumA new regional network, the Consortium for Agricultural Development, Research and Extension in Southeast Asia (CADRE), will stimulate agricultural transformation for sustainable and inclusive development in Southeast Asia. This consortium is an initiative led by the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Studies and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA), in partnership with ÁùºÏ²Êͼ¿â and other leading academic and professional institutions. Its planned integration into the ASEAN-France Development Partnership could open up new funding and cooperation opportunities, strengthening its role as a catalyst for agricultural innovation in the region.Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:41:53 +0100/en/worldwide/our-regional-offices/southeast-asian-islands/news-southeast-asian-islands/upm-and-cirad-drive-innovation-in-sustainable-agriculture-and-educationMalaysia Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia hosted a momentous event on the 28th of November 2024 with the exchange of the MoU for The Platform in Partnership for Research and Training – Sustainable Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia (SALSA). This collaboration highlights the commitment of UPM, the French agricultural research institution ÁùºÏ²Êͼ¿â, and regional stakeholders in advancing sustainable practices in agriculture.Fri, 29 Nov 2024 05:54:00 +0100/en/worldwide/our-regional-offices/southeast-asian-islands/news-southeast-asian-islands/40-years-of-cirad-in-indonesia-a-story-of-shared-tasteThe Southeast Asia Regional Office and the Institut français d'Indonésie celebrated ÁùºÏ²Êͼ¿â's 40th anniversary on 8 October in Jakarta. The programme included a half-day conference-debate on establishing and developing the coffee and cocoa sectors in Indonesia, a round table on food recycling, coffee and chocolate tastings, and a large-format photo exhibition. The celebration was held as part of Food Month, organized by the Institut français d'Indonésie.Thu, 14 Nov 2024 16:25:56 +0100