ISLAMABAD: Under the auspices of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), Pakistan and Brazil have agreed to further expand bilateral collaboration in the livestock, dairy and meat industries.
The partnership aims to enhance productivity, modernise practices and unlock new investment opportunities in Pakistan’s agriculture sector, Radio Pakistan reported on Sunday.
Both sides have agreed to consider the establishment of a joint working group focused on improving meat processing standards, feedlot fattening systems and traceability mechanisms in line with international best practices.
The initiative is expected to help Pakistan meet global quality standards and strengthen its export potential.
As part of the cooperation, Brazil will introduce advanced genetics and modern livestock technologies to Pakistan to support the modernisation of the dairy sector.
This collaboration is expected to improve milk yields, animal health and overall efficiency across the value chain.
The proposed livestock and dairy reforms are expected to strengthen national food security, generate employment opportunities and provide a significant boost to Pakistan’s agricultural exports.
The development also reflects the growing depth of Pakistan–Brazil relations, which are based on mutual economic interests, trade cooperation and shared commitment to sustainable development.
SIFC’s proactive role is helping position Pakistan’s livestock and meat sector with a stronger global identity, enhanced competitiveness and increased investor confidence.
Pakistan’s livestock exports, primarily comprising meat and meat preparations, have shown steady growth in recent years.
According to the latest available official trade data, Pakistan exported meat and meat products worth approximately $512 million during FY 2023–24, with total export volume exceeding 123,000 tonnes.
These exports mainly include beef and mutton and form the core of Pakistan’s livestock export earnings.
In terms of destination, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the largest importer of Pakistani meat, accounting for the biggest share by value, followed by Saudi Arabia, while other key markets include Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain.
The strong demand from Gulf countries reflects Pakistan’s growing role as a reliable supplier of halal meat in the regional and global market.
