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Viewing cable 07MANILA3640, Scenesetter for Philippine Agriculture Secretary Yap's

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Reference ID Created Released Classification Origin
07MANILA3640 2007-11-13 09:43 2011-08-25 00:00 UNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Embassy Manila
VZCZCXRO4501
OO RUEHCHI RUEHFK RUEHHM RUEHKSO RUEHNAG RUEHPB
DE RUEHML #3640/01 3170943
ZNR UUUUU ZZH
O 130943Z NOV 07
FM AMEMBASSY MANILA
TO RUEHC/SECSTATE WASHDC IMMEDIATE 8850
RUEHRC/USDA WASHDC IMMEDIATE
INFO RUEHZU/APEC COLLECTIVE IMMEDIATE
UNCLAS SECTION 01 OF 02 MANILA 003640 
 
SIPDIS 
 
STATE FOR EAP/MTS 
 
SIPDIS, SENSITIVE 
 
E.O. 12958: N/A 
TAGS: ECON EAGR PGOV OVIP RP
SUBJECT:  Scenesetter for Philippine Agriculture Secretary Yap's 
Trip to Washington 
 
 
1.  (SBU) Summary.  Philippine Agriculture Secretary Arthur Cua Yap 
has an impressive range of agricultural, environmental, trade and 
political goals for his brief November 15-16 visit to Washington. 
With nearly two-thirds of Filipinos engaged in agriculture - and 
farm families suffering the highest levels of poverty - agricultural 
reform is a priority for the Arroyo government.  A former student 
and a confidant of President Arroyo, Yap is bright, articulate and 
will likely remain an important leader in Philippine government and 
business.  A principal goal of Yap's visit is to meet with the 
Global Environment Facility (GEF) regarding the Coral Triangle, a 
region of extraordinary marine and coastal biological resources. 
But he will also be urging continued USDA assistance - and increased 
U.S. agricultural investment - to ameliorate poverty in conflict 
areas of Muslim Mindanao.  We believe he will also carry a message 
on Philippine trade policy for USTR Ambassador Schwab from President 
Arroyo.  After his Washington stop, the Secretary travels to 
meetings with the Food and Agriculture Organization in Rome.  End 
Summary. 
 
2.  (SBU) While the energetic and hardworking Yap spends a good deal 
of time visiting agricultural enterprises throughout the 
Philippines, he is also an important political troubleshooter for 
President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.  Young, articulate, well educated 
and well connected in the Filipino-Chinese elite, we expect Yap to 
continue to play leadership roles in the government in coming years. 
 He accompanied President Arroyo on recent visits to India and 
China.  Prior to his October 2005 cabinet appointment, he co-founded 
a law firm and served as president of the Philippine Association of 
Paint Manufacturers.  Yap has a bachelor's degree in management and 
economics from the Ateneo de Manila University, a private Catholic 
university.  He studied economics under then-Professor Gloria Arroyo 
and finished his law degree at the same school. 
 
Agriculture Vital to Philippines 
-------------------------------- 
 
3.  (U) Agriculture is an essential element of the Philippine 
economy, accounting for some 20 percent of GDP.  Two-thirds of the 
country's population depends on farming for its livelihood, and 
about half of the labor force is engaged in agricultural activities. 
 Agricultural development is a priority of the Arroyo administration 
as farm households account for the highest levels of poverty and 
malnutrition.  Farming is generally undertaken in small farms with 
an average area of two hectares.  Rice, corn, and coconut production 
make up nearly 30 percent of farm output.  Under its Agriculture and 
Fisheries Modernization Plan, the Philippines has prioritized 
livestock development, specifically upgrading the genetics of 
dairy/beef cattle and small ruminants; investment in pre- and 
post-harvest facilities and infrastructure; and biotechnology 
research and development. 
 
Arms to Farms in Muslim Mindanao 
-------------------------------- 
 
4.  (SBU) Secretary Yap was originally scheduled to travel to 
Washington on October 22-23, but postponed his visit at the request 
of President Arroyo.  Yap indicated to us that a key goal is to seek 
a continuation of grants and loans - and perhaps some new funding - 
from USDA programs including PL 480, Title 1, the Cochran program, 
and Food for Progress, especially for projects in Mindanao 
administered through Catholic Relief Services.  Yap said he was also 
looking for opportunities to work with private U.S. companies that 
could invest in programs in Mindanao on bio-fuels, fisheries, 
commodity processing, dairy, and halal food processing for export. 
 
 
5.  (SBU) Secretary Yap is scheduled to meet with USTR Ambassador 
Susan Schwab on November 15 to deliver a message from Philippine 
President Arroyo.  Although we do not know the precise content of 
the personal message, it may concern the issue of a Free Trade 
Agreement between the United States and the Philippines.  Yap is 
slated to have a courtesy call on USDA Acting Secretary Connor on 
November 15 to discuss arrangements for detailed meetings on 
agricultural issues next year. 
 
Coral Triangle Dinner 
--------------------- 
 
6.  (U) Secretary Yap will make a presentation on the Coral Triangle 
to key Pacific Rim decisionmakers and officials at a dinner 
associated with the annual meeting of the Global Environmental 
Facility (GEF) Council.  Sometimes referred to as the "Amazon of the 
Seas", the Coral Triangle is the center of marine biodiversity and 
productivity, containing over half the planet's coral reef and over 
75% of its coral species.  The Coral Triangle is also of vital 
economic importance to the entire Pacific region, with fisheries 
that support the livelihoods of over 120 million people, and tuna 
spawning grounds that support a multi-billion dollar industry in 
both the Pacific and Indian oceans.  However, the Coral Triangle is 
 
MANILA 00003640  002 OF 002 
 
 
at immediate risk from a range of factors, including over-fishing 
and unsustainable fishing methods, land-based sources of pollution, 
and population pressure. 
 
7.  (U) Yap may meet with USAID officials November 16 to discuss 
ongoing USAID support to coastal and marine resource management in 
the Philippines in the context of a new Comprehensive National 
Fisheries Industry Development Plan (CNFIDP), which lays out 
Philippines fisheries strategic directions over the coming 20 years. 
 The Plan was produced with assistance from USAID. 
 
8.  (U) Secretary Yap will be accompanied by Malcolm Sarmiento, 
Director of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR); 
and Noel Barut, BFAR's Chief Aquaculturist. 
 
9.  (SBU) Comment: This is Secretary Yap's first official visit to 
Washington in his current capacity and he is eager to make a good 
impression and focus on substantive results.  Indicative of his 
hardworking style, Yap has prepared well for his visit.  He is 
deeply appreciative of U.S. assistance and support and has been in 
close contact with us to ask for advice on how best to approach 
Washington officials and industry.  We suggested that he should 
concentrate on laying the foundation for growing partnerships in the 
agricultural sector between America and the Philippines. 
 
Kenney