Danish Minister for Food, Fisheries and Equal Opportunities Mogens Jensen makes a speech. Photo: Courtesy of the Danish Embassy in China

The Danish Minister for Food, Fisheries and Equal Opportunities Mogens Jensen visited China to promote Danish exports and strengthen Danish-Chinese cooperation on food safety and veterinary areas from September 9 to 11, during which he met with his Chinese counterparts and participated in business events. 

During the meeting with Sun Meijun, vice minister of China's State Administration for Market Regulation, both sides expressed their strong desire for cooperation in the food safety sector. Jensen also talked with Zhang Taolin, vice minister of Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, to discuss the agricultural strategic cooperation and export of Danish organics. 

On the 11th, the minister also participated in the opening of a new meat production factory of the famous brand Danish Crown in Jaixing, Zhejiang Province. The factory is 17,000 square meters in size and is expected to produce 14,000 tons of refined products annually. "There is an increased awareness among Chinese consumers that places greater demands on sustainable and safe food production. Therefore, China is an interesting market for Danish food companies, which also enjoys great trust and recognition in the country," Jensen said during his visit.