Pakistan and Turkiye agreed to explore new opportunities for collaboration in agriculture under the Strategic Economic Framework (SEF), focusing on enhancing trade and technology transfer, Pakistan’s Ministry of National Food Security and Research said on Thursday.
During a meeting with Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan Irfan Neziroglu, Minister of National Food Security Rana Tanveer highlighted Pakistan’s ability to export premium agricultural products including rice, wheat, mangoes and nuts.
He expressed Pakistan’s readiness to boost agricultural exports to Turkiye, emphasizing the mutual economic benefits of improved trade relations. “The agricultural sector has significant potential to foster economic opportunities between the two nations,” Tanveer said.
The two sides also discussed establishing joint ventures in agricultural mechanization, aquaculture breeding and advanced irrigation systems to modernize agricultural practices.
The Turkish delegation praised the quality of Pakistan’s agricultural products and reiterated its interest in strengthening cooperation in the agricultural and livestock sectors.
Tanveer underlined Pakistan’s commitment to long-term partnerships with Turkiye to unlock the full potential of the agricultural sector. The measure aims to generate economic opportunities and expand bilateral relations, according to the ministry statement.
