Intensify the relationship between the ministries of agriculture of the two governments. Given the health sensitivity of food and agriculture, the geographical proximity, and the need for phytosanitary protection, the two governments have to cooperate on issues relating to food security. Bilateral exchanges should be reinforced by joint programs of multilateral institutions such as the World Food Programme and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization. Cuba should overcome its Cold War aversion to the OAS system and join the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture.
