Pakistan expresses gratitude to China for support in agriculture

April 29, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan expressed deep gratitude to the People’s Republic of China for its generous donation of modern agricultural machinery and tools under the ongoing China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) cooperation framework, expressed by the Federal Minister for Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain.

“The advanced machinery provided including high-horsepower tractors, rice, wheat, and corn combine harvesters, rotary tillers, and fertilizer drills will greatly enhance the capacity of our agricultural research institutions and farming communities,” the Minister noted.

Speaking at a formal handover ceremony attended by His Excellency Mr. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, provincial ministers, senior officials, and members of the agricultural research community, the Minister emphasized the critical importance of modern technology for Pakistan’s farming sector.

“This support will help modernize our agricultural practices, increase crop yields, and strengthen our ability to address challenges such as water scarcity and climate change.”

Highlighting the deep-rooted ties between the two nations, the Minister praised China’s steadfast support, stating, China has always stood shoulder to shoulder with Pakistan, in times of both need and opportunity.

This latest initiative reflects the strategic partnership and mutual trust that continue to define our bilateral relations, as per press release.

The Minister further shared that the first batch of 300 Pakistani agricultural professionals has recently commenced specialized training in Shaanxi Province, China, through government of Pakistan’s “Prime Minister’s initiative for Short-Term Training of Agricultural Graduates”.

He also welcomed the growing investments by Chinese companies in Pakistan’s agriculture sector, noting their role in boosting bilateral trade.

“Pakistan admires China’s remarkable economic development and appreciates its contributions to global economic stability,” the Minister said.

Concluding his remarks, Rana Tanveer Hussain reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening agricultural and economic cooperation with China.

“Together, we are sowing the seeds of innovation, resilience, and a prosperous future for the generations to come. May the bonds of Pakistan-China friendship continue to grow stronger every day.”

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