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Pakistan’s collaboration with Chinese construction companies allows for accelerated infrastructure and real estate development, leveraging efficient construction techniques and sustainable practices. The partnership aligns with global goals of sustainable development and aims to cultivate a skilled construction workforce.

The Consul General of Malaysia emphasizes the strengthening bilateral trade between Pakistan and Malaysia, with increased purchases of rice and frozen food by Malaysia. Collaboration opportunities in defense, tourism, and capacity building are also highlighted. The Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry emphasizes the need to enhance Pakistani exports and implement the Free Trade Agreement for economic cooperation. Joint ventures in various sectors and increased remittances are proposed. Source: Business Recorder.

Consul General of Malaysia highlights increasing bilateral trade with Pakistan, focusing on rice and frozen food purchases. Malaysia keen to strengthen trade and investment ties, explore collaboration in defense, tourism, and capacity building. Efforts made to eliminate trade barriers and establish a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement. Potential for joint ventures and training collaborations, stimulating foreign direct investment.

Descon and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) partner to reduce Pakistan’s annual USD 2 billion postharvest losses of wheat, rice, and maize. This initiative aims to improve food security and assist small-scale farmers, contributing to the transformation of the country’s agricultural sector. [Trade Chronicle]

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Malaysia is increasing its purchases of rice and frozen food from Pakistan, indicating an improvement in Pakistan’s share in bilateral trade. The Malaysian Consul General expressed commitment to strengthening bilateral trade ties and highlighted potential collaboration in defense, tourism, and capacity building sectors.

The government has announced the retail sale of ‘Bharat Rice’ at Rs 29 per kg to address the rising prices of rice. Cooperatives, such as NAFED, NCCF, and Kendriya Bhandar, will ensure smooth distribution, while efforts to control inflation and speculation include stock declaration and transparency. The affordable rice will be available through retail vans and e-commerce platforms in the future.

In an effort to control rising rice prices, the Indian government will sell ‘Bharat Rice’ at a subsidized rate of Rs 29 per kg in retail markets. Traders have been directed to disclose their rice and paddy stock, and export restrictions will remain in place, according to Union Food Secretary Sanjeev Chopra.

Malaysia’s Consul General Ahmad stressed the need for stronger trade ties with Pakistan, as Malaysia’s purchases of rice and frozen food have improved bilateral trade. However, Malaysia’s limited capacity hinders meeting Pakistan’s demand for palm oil. Both sides emphasized the importance of collaboration and economic integration.