Pakistan, Brazil to expand livestock, dairy & meat cooperation

December 29, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan and Brazil have agreed to significantly expand their bilateral cooperation in the livestock, dairy and meat industries.

This marked a major step towards modernising Pakistan’s agri-based economy under the facilitation of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).

The understanding was reached during high-level engagements between the two sides, where both countries acknowledged the vast untapped potential for collaboration in meat processing, dairy development and livestock value chains.

As part of this cooperation, Pakistan and Brazil are considering the establishment of a joint working group aimed at improving meat processing standards.

The joint working group is expected to play a pivotal role in transferring technical expertise, harmonising standards and enhancing Pakistan’s capacity to meet global market demands, particularly in halal meat exports.

In a major development for the dairy sector, both sides have agreed to introduce Brazil’s advanced genetics and modern dairy technology in Pakistan.

This initiative aims to improve herd productivity, milk yields and overall efficiency, while supporting the long-term modernisation of Pakistan’s dairy industry, which remains one of the largest in the world but largely informal.

The proposed livestock and dairy reforms will have far-reaching economic benefits.

Beyond strengthening food security, the reforms are expected to generate new employment opportunities, particularly in rural areas, while providing a fresh impetus to Pakistan’s export potential in meat and dairy products.

Brazil, one of the world’s leading exporters of meat and agricultural products, brings extensive experience in large-scale livestock management, feedlot systems and export-oriented production models.

Pakistan, with its sizeable livestock population and growing investor interest, is well-positioned to leverage this expertise.

SIFC’s proactive role has been highlighted as a key driver behind this progress.

By facilitating cross-border partnerships, streamlining coordination among stakeholders and improving the investment climate, SIFC is helping reposition Pakistan’s livestock and meat sector on the global map.

These efforts are giving the sector a new global identity, enhanced competitive strength and rising investor confidence, and aligned Pakistan’s broader strategy to diversify exports, attract foreign investment and achieve sustainable economic growth.

The Pakistan-Brazil collaboration is expected to gain momentum in the coming months as technical discussions advance and concrete project frameworks are finalised.

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