Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain has said the stronger cooperation with China in livestock and dairy development would contribute positively to Pakistan’s agricultural economy and open new opportunities for farmers, breeders and exporters.

He was speaking at a high-level meeting with Chinese delegation to discuss enhanced bilateral cooperation in the livestock sector.

The meeting particularly focused on buffalo embryo exports, genetic resource development, and promotion of Pakistan’s high-value dairy breeds in international markets.

It was noted in the meeting that Pakistan’s elite buffalo genetics has gained global attention as China has expanded cooperation in livestock sector of Pakistan.

During the meeting, detailed discussions were held regarding the growing potential of buffalo embryo exports from Pakistan to China and the broader opportunities for collaboration in livestock genetics, dairy productivity and modern breeding technologies.

The Chinese delegation appreciated Pakistan’s internationally recognized buffalo breeds and expressed strong interest in expanding cooperation in the field of animal genetics and embryo transfer technologies.

Participants highlighted that Pakistan possesses some of the world’s finest dairy buffalo breeds, particularly the Neeli Ravi breed, which is widely acknowledged for its superior milk production and strong genetic characteristics.

The meeting noted that increasing global demand for elite dairy genetics presents significant export and investment opportunities for Pakistan’s livestock sector.

Rana Tanveer Hussain emphasized that the livestock sector holds immense potential for export growth and foreign exchange earnings.

He reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to modernizing the livestock sector, promoting scientific breeding technologies, and expanding export avenues for livestock products and genetic material.