DPM orders immediate wheat release, reaffirms 1m tonne import plan

September 04, 2026 (MLN):  PASSCO has been directed to immediately supply wheat to the provinces as per their approved allocations, with the provinces in turn told to ensure timely payments and lifting of the allocated stocks.

The directive was issued by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, who chaired a meeting in Islamabad to review the country's wheat stock position, said a press release issued.

The meeting reiterated the decision to import up to one million metric tonnes of wheat, with the Trading Corporation of Pakistan directed to begin the process without delay.

In the first phase, 750,000 metric tonnes will be imported, with delivery scheduled for November.

Ishaq Dar stressed that all concerned institutions must continue working in close coordination to ensure adequate wheat availability, stable prices and relief for consumers across the country.

He also appreciated the cooperation extended by all provinces, the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, and the Ministry of Commerce in resolving issues related to wheat imports, stabilizing prices and curbing hoarding.

Earlier, Pakistan begain exploring the import of approximately one million tonnes of wheat after provincial demand for stocks held by Passco was found to exceed available supplies.

The import volume has been calculated based on requirements submitted by the provinces, with the move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted wheat supplies and safeguarding national food security.

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