Key Takeaways
- PM directs effective measures to boost agriculture production.
- Agricultural exports reached $5.18 billion last year.
- Key markets include China, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Gulf countries.
Prime Minister of Pakistan has directed effective measures to boost agriculture production and explore new international markets, according to official sources.
The meeting highlighted that Pakistan’s agricultural exports stood at US$5.18 billion during the last financial year, with rice, fisheries, halal meat, potatoes, sesame, tobacco, mangoes, and maize as major exports.
China, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the Gulf countries were identified as important markets for Pakistan’s agricultural exports, the briefing stated.
The National Agriculture and Food Security Council will be made functional to oversee these initiatives, aiming to enhance export potential and diversify markets.
The PM’s directive underscores the government’s commitment to improving the agricultural sector, which is crucial for the country’s economy.
Agriculture remains a vital sector, contributing significantly to Pakistan’s GDP and providing livelihoods to millions of people.
By focusing on export-oriented strategies, the government hopes to increase foreign exchange earnings and strengthen the country’s economic resilience.
The functionalization of the National Agriculture and Food Security Council is expected to streamline efforts and ensure a coordinated approach to agricultural development.
