Pakistan offers Qatar long-term food security partnership

Pakistan has offered Qatar a long-term food security partnership, pitching its agricultural production capacity and reliable supply chains to meet Doha’s food requirements.

The development came during a meeting between Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Hassad Food Chief Executive Ali Hilal Al-Kuwari on the sidelines of the World Investment Forum 2026, read a statement on Monday.

On the sidelines of the forum, Jam Kamal Khan held a series of bilateral meetings with H.E. Mustafa Tuzcu, Deputy Minister of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye; Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, Chairman of the Qatar Businessmen Association (QBA); and Eng. Ali Hilal Al-Kuwari, Chief Executive Officer of Hassad Food, to explore opportunities for expanding trade, investment and economic cooperation.

In a meeting with Ali Hilal Al-Kuwari, the federal minister discussed enhancing cooperation in agriculture, food security, agribusiness and agricultural supply chains.

The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral food and agricultural trade, exploring reliable sourcing arrangements and developing long-term partnerships between relevant institutions and businesses of both countries.

Jam Kamal highlighted Pakistan’s agricultural production capacity and its potential to support Qatar’s food security requirements through quality agricultural products, dependable supply arrangements and stronger commercial partnerships.

The minister also invited Hassad Food to participate in FoodAg 2026, scheduled to be held in Karachi from November 23 to 26, 2026, providing an opportunity for Qatari investors and businesses to engage directly with Pakistani agricultural producers, exporters and relevant government institutions.

During his bilateral meeting with Türkiye’s Deputy Minister of Trade, H.E. Mustafa Tuzcu, the federal minister discussed strengthening Pakistan-Türkiye economic and commercial relations, with particular emphasis on expanding bilateral trade, promoting investment and identifying new opportunities for cooperation in agriculture, food security, energy, minerals, manufacturing and technology.

Both sides emphasised the importance of translating their longstanding strategic partnership into stronger economic and commercial linkages.

They also discussed the potential of enhanced regional connectivity and improved transit routes to facilitate bilateral trade, expand market access and strengthen regional supply chains.

The two sides underscored the need for continued coordination between relevant institutions and technical teams to advance bilateral trade initiatives and address outstanding matters.

Jam Kamal reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening economic cooperation with Türkiye and invited Turkish investors and businesses to explore opportunities in Pakistan, particularly in minerals and other priority sectors.

Both sides expressed their commitment to sustained dialogue and practical cooperation to unlock new opportunities for businesses and further strengthen the economic partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye.

In his meeting with Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, Chairman of the Qatar Businessmen Association, the Federal Minister discussed strengthening business-to-business linkages and identifying new avenues for collaboration in information technology, logistics, agriculture and food security.

Jam Kamal highlighted Pakistan’s skilled workforce and growing capabilities across various economic sectors. He emphasised that Pakistani professionals and skilled workers could contribute significantly to Qatar’s economic development while strengthening economic cooperation between the two countries.

The minister also highlighted Pakistan’s potential as a reliable partner in agricultural production, food supply chains and technology services, encouraging Qatari investors to explore investment and commercial opportunities in Pakistan.

Both sides underscored the importance of promoting direct engagement between the business communities of Pakistan and Qatar to facilitate investment, expand bilateral trade and establish mutually beneficial commercial partnerships.

Both sides expressed interest in maintaining close engagement to identify practical opportunities for investment and cooperation in the agri-food sector.