During a bilateral meeting between Pakistan’s Minister of Food Security and Qatar’s Ambassador to Pakistan, officials proposed the creation of a Joint Working Group between the two nations.

Pakistan and Qatar have announced plans to strengthen their agricultural collaboration, as Islamabad seeks to boost exports and Doha works to advance its food-security strategy. 

During a meeting in Islamabad, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, met with Qatari Ambassador Ali bin Mubarak Al Khater to explore ways the two nations can forge stronger ties in agriculture.

According to Pakistani media, the minister affirmed Pakistan’s readiness to serve as a reliable supplier of halal meat, fruits, vegetables, rice, and animal feed to Qatar. 

“Our government strongly encourages Qatari investors to explore the vast opportunities in Pakistan’s agri-sector. We are ready to facilitate partnerships, provide land access, and ensure smooth coordination at every stage,” Hussain said.

During the meeting, Hussain proposed the creation of a Joint Working Group on Agriculture, which would identify priority projects and formalize cooperation between the two nations. 

He highlighted Pakistan’s efforts to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and improve its investment climate for foreign investors.

The minister also briefed Ambassador Al Khater on Pakistan’s emerging agricultural ventures, such as the production and export of camel milk powder.

He suggested opportunities for industrial-scale feedlot fattening farms and Rhodes grass cultivation, both of which could support Qatar’s feed and food security objectives. 

Qatar expressed its interest in Pakistan’s agricultural potential and skilled workforce, noting their relevance to achieving the goals outlined in Qatar’s Food Security Vision 2030.

Ambassador Al Khater confirmed that Qatar’s Minister of Commerce is expected to visit Islamabad soon to explore investment opportunities.