Root crop in traditional woven baskets in Vanuatu Photo: RNZI / Moera Tuilaepa Taylor
New Zealand's Foreign Minister has announced a partnership with the European Union and Vanuatu's government, aimed at supporting sustainable agricultural development.
Murray McCully said the deal would see New Zealand and the EU provide support to Vanuatu's agricultural sector, in the hope of boosting productivity and returns for producers.
It will initially focus on the beef industry.
Mr McCully is currently on a whirlwind four-day tour of four Pacific countries with EU representatives, as the two donors look to collaborate further.