Pakistan and Qatar have agreed to deepen agricultural collaboration and investment ties, marking a new phase in their long-standing partnership focused on food and feed security.
Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain met with Qatari Ambassador Ali bin Mubarak Al Khater in Islamabad on Wednesday to discuss strengthening agri-trade, investment, and technology exchange.
The minister proposed establishing a Joint Working Group on Agriculture to create a structured framework for cooperation, identify priority projects, and streamline implementation through regular coordination.
Hussain highlighted that, despite close diplomatic ties, Pakistan’s agricultural exports to Qatar remain limited compared to regional competitors. He said Pakistan could become a reliable supplier of halal meat, rice, fruits, vegetables, and animal feed, offering high-quality products and improved export capacity.
He further informed the envoy about Pakistan’s new agricultural ventures, including the production and export of dry camel milk, which is already reaching the United States and China, while Saudi Arabia has also shown strong interest. Additionally, investment-ready projects for Rhodes grass exports and industrial-scale feedlot fattening farms were presented as opportunities that could support Qatar’s Vision 2030 food security goals.
“Our government encourages Qatari investors to explore Pakistan’s vast agri-sector,” the minister said. “We will facilitate land access, ensure coordination, and provide full institutional support to make investments viable.”
Ambassador Al Khater praised Pakistan’s agricultural potential and skilled workforce, emphasising that Pakistan can play a vital role in Qatar’s food security strategy. He announced that Qatar’s Minister of Commerce will soon visit Pakistan to explore new investment opportunities and proposed assigning focal persons from both sides to ensure continued engagement.
Both countries agreed to formalise collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on agricultural cooperation and to strengthen B2B linkages between Pakistani exporters and Qatari importers.
Hussain reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to serving as a dependable partner for Qatar, saying: “Pakistan and Qatar share brotherly ties rooted in faith and friendship. Our cooperation in agriculture will not only enhance trade but also contribute to regional prosperity and food sustainability.”
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