Pakistan and Malaysia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in rice exports, Halal certification, and food security.
The understanding came during high-level meetings in Kuala Lumpur. A Pakistani delegation led by Secretary for National Food Security and Research Amer Ali Ahmed held discussions with Malaysian authorities.
Focus on Pakistani Rice Exports
The talks focused on expanding Pakistani rice exports to Malaysia. Both sides discussed ways to improve market access and strengthen trade links.
Moreover, the engagement highlighted Pakistan’s participation in the Malaysia International Halal Showcase. The two countries also explored opportunities to expand bilateral agricultural trade.
Cooperation on Halal Standards
Pakistan and Malaysia also discussed stronger cooperation on Halal certification standards and supply chains.
The talks covered market access for Halal-certified agricultural and food products. In addition, both sides discussed measures to improve certification processes and trade links.
Expanding the Halal Agri-Food Sector
The discussions covered several areas of the Halal agri-food industry. These included:
- Rice and meat
- Poultry and fisheries
- Aquaculture technologies
- Animal vaccines
- Biosecurity controls
- Halal gelatin supply
Furthermore, cooperation in these areas could support wider trade in quality-certified food products.
Strengthening Food Security
Both countries also linked agricultural cooperation with regional food security. Stronger supply chains can help improve the movement of essential food products between the two markets.
The engagement reflects a shared focus on safe, quality, and Halal-certified agricultural products.
Pakistan-Malaysia Trade Partnership
The latest discussions underline efforts to expand bilateral trade through stronger agricultural partnerships. Rice exports and the wider Halal food sector remain important areas for future cooperation.
As a result, Pakistan and Malaysia are seeking to build stronger market connections while creating new opportunities for businesses in the agri-food sector.
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