KARACHI: Pakistan is aiming to increase rice exports to $10 billion by expanding cultivation and improving port efficiency, the maritime affairs ministry said on Tuesday, as it pledged full support to exporters amid growing global demand.
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry made the remarks during a visit to the Rice Exporters Association, where officials discussed measures to scale up exports from one of the country’s key agricultural sectors.
Rice is one of Pakistan’s top export commodities, with industry representatives saying the sector has already reached around $4 billion in annual export value.
As one of the world’s leading rice exporters, Pakistan is seeking to expand shipments further as shifting regional dynamics create new trade opportunities and demand in international markets.
“Steps should be taken to increase rice exports to $10 billion,” Chaudhry said.
