LAHORE: The Pakistan China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Animal Agriculture Association of Jinan to strengthen institutional cooperation in livestock modernization and dairy value chain development, it was highlighted during a think tank session held at the PCJCCI Secretariat here Tuesday.
Nazir Hussain, President PCJCCI, said that enhanced collaboration between Pakistan and China in the dairy sector, combined with growing demand for premium dairy products in the Chinese market, can unlock a modern growth pathway for Pakistan’s domestic dairy industry. He noted that the MoU aims to promote cooperation in dairy technology transfer, modern livestock management practices, skill development, research linkages, and investment facilitation.
Li Jisan, Secretary General Animal Agriculture Association of Jinan stressed that Pakistan is among the top five milk-producing countries globally, generating more than 60 million tons of milk annually. Increased joint ventures and export-oriented initiatives, he said, could substantially strengthen Pakistan’s economy. He further observed that China considers Pakistan an important dairy producer within South Asia, and by leveraging affordable Chinese technologies and adopting advanced production and management systems, Pakistan can significantly enhance efficiency and competitiveness in its dairy sector.
Brig. Mansoor Saeed Sheikh (retd), Senior Vice President PCJCCI, expressed keen interest in expanding cooperation opportunities within Pakistan’s dairy landscape. He also highlighted China’s focus on skill enhancement in animal husbandry, citing initiatives such as the Jinan Animal Husbandry Industry Craftsman College, which provides integrated teaching, practical training, and research opportunities for industry professionals.
Zhang Feifei, General Manager Animal Agriculture Association of Jinan pointed out that China currently relies heavily on dairy imports from countries like New Zealand, the Netherlands, and Australia. He stressed the need for proactive government measures to boost Pakistan’s dairy exports and improve domestic production standards.
Salahuddin Hanif, Secretary General PCJCCI, added that animal husbandry remains a cornerstone of Pakistan’s agricultural economy, particularly in Balochistan where Gwadar Port, developed under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), is located.
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