Minister reaffirms Pak-China partnership for food security
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Pakistan attaches the highest importance to its agricultural partnership with China
ISLAMABAD (APP) - Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday reaffirmed the commitment for further strengthening Pakistan–China agricultural partnership in order to promote food security and social prosperity in the country.
The minister chaired a high-level meeting with a 20-member Chinese delegation led by Yuan Jianmin, Advisor to the People’s Government of Xinjiang, China, said a press release.
The delegation, which also included Ms. Ma Xiaoli, head of Xinjiang Iron Brother International Company, is on a visit to Pakistan from 25th August to 7th September 2025 to explore avenues of agricultural collaboration.
Welcoming the delegation, Rana Tanveer Hussain said that Pakistan attaches the highest importance to its agricultural partnership with China, which he described as a cornerstone for achieving national food security.
He stressed that agriculture is the backbone of Pakistan’s economy and that China’s cooperation will play a decisive role in transforming the sector through innovation, technology transfer, and institutional support.
The minister highlighted that China’s experience in modern farming, irrigation, and research provides valuable lessons for Pakistan, particularly at a time when the country is facing climate change, water scarcity, and population pressures.
The minister emphasized that Pakistan seeks China’s support not only in technology and mechanization, but also in seed development, biotechnology, crop diversification, and water-efficient farming practices.
He underscored the need for exchange programs between Pakistani and Chinese universities, joint research initiatives, and hands-on training for Pakistani youth and professionals in order to prepare the next generation of agricultural leaders.
“Our farmers are hardworking and resilient, but they need access to modern tools and techniques. With China’s cooperation, we can empower our farming community to compete at the international level,” he remarked.
Rana Tanveer Hussain further assured the Chinese delegation that Pakistan would extend full institutional support to all joint projects and would ensure a transparent, efficient, and facilitative environment for Chinese companies and experts working in the country.
