On 25 June 2026, Sino-German Agricultural Centre (DCZ) expert Ahmatjan Rouzi participated in the 17th International Agricultural Trade Policy Conference (IATPC) at Renmin University in Beijing. Organized by the Agricultural Trade Promotion Center (ATPC) of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA), the conference focused on the theme “Openness, cooperation and mutual benefit: China’s and global agricultural trade in the next five years.” The event coincided with the 4th China International Supply Chain Expo, bringing together policymakers, researchers, and business representatives to discuss the future of global agricultural trade.
A central theme throughout the conference was the growing uncertainty facing international agri-food trade. Speakers highlighted increasing geopolitical tensions, protectionist measures, and supply chain disruptions as key challenges, while emphasizing that international cooperation, technological innovation, and resilient supply chains will become increasingly important for global food security.
In his keynote address, TAO Huaiying, Chief Veterinary Officer of China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, presented the Chinese government’s priorities for international agricultural trade. He emphasized openness, multilateral cooperation, innovation, and green development as key principles guiding China’s approach.
Representatives from Australia, Brazil, and Canada likewise underlined the importance of open agricultural markets and international cooperation. Discussions focused on strengthening the resilience of global agri-food systems through predictable trade rules, diversified supply chains, and closer collaboration between trading partners.
The conference also explored how sustainability objectives can be better integrated into international trade. Professor ZHU Jing from Nanjing Agricultural University discussed pathways for aligning China’s green agricultural transformation with multilateral trading frameworks, including the World Trade Organization (WTO).
During the conference, Ahmatjan Rouzi presented the DCZ’s work on Sino-German agri-food cooperation and outlined new approaches to bilateral trade. His presentation highlighted opportunities to combine German technologies, brands, and expertise with Chinese production capacities, research and development capabilities, and marketing networks to create new business models and strengthen long-term cooperation between companies from both countries.
The conference concluded with a panel discussion featuring representatives from COFCO, ADM, Bunge, and Yihai Kerry Arawana. The discussion examined how multinational companies operating in China contribute to food security, supply chain resilience, and the continued development of international agri-food trade.
