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PM Shehbaz Chairs First Meeting of National Agricultural and Food Security Council

13 October, 2026 16:52

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired the first meeting of the National Agricultural and Food Security Council, emphasising the importance of supporting farmers and strengthening Pakistan’s agricultural sector. He praised the Punjab government for taking positive measures, including providing direct subsidies to farmers, and commended the Sindh government for its continued efforts to promote farmers’ development and improve access to facilities.

The prime minister highlighted the livestock sector’s significant potential to boost Pakistan’s exports, stressing the need to expand international markets for Pakistani products. He said the federal government was taking measures to increase halal meat exports, which could contribute to export growth and generate economic opportunities for the country.

Shehbaz Sharif assured the provinces that the federal government would extend all possible cooperation to promote agricultural development. He emphasized coordinated efforts between the federal and provincial governments to improve agricultural productivity, facilitate farmers and harness the country’s agricultural and livestock potential to strengthen the national economy.

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