Food Basket Pillar
Tuna is one of the priority commodities in BIMP-EAGA. Photo exclusively licensed to the Asian Development Bank until 2021.
Establishing BIMP-EAGA as a food basket in ASEAN and the rest of Asia entails integrating the agro-industry and fisheries sectors and developing supply and value chains throughout the subregion. This strategy is expected to enhance food security, create sustainable livelihoods, and reduce poverty.
| Sector | Outcome | Strategic Priorities under Vision 2025 | Results and Achievements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agribusiness | A sustainable, competitive and climate-resilient agro-industry and fisheries | Ensure long-term food security in the subregion. Develop high-quality products for export. Promote sustainable livelihoods for fisherfolk and farmers. | Production growth rates for 2017–2023
13 projects on priority commodities for high-quality production and cross-border value chains development |