Pakistan: Key aspects of sugar sector reviewed
Pakistan’s high-level committee, chaired by Deputy PM Ishaq Dar, granted in-principle approval to import 0.5 million tonnes of sugar to ensure market stability. The meeting reviewed domestic production, import needs, and supply chain efficiency. The government emphasized balancing consumer and supplier interests while keeping essential food items like sugar affordable and widely available.
ISLAMABAD: The high-level committee reviewed key aspects of the sugar sector, including domestic production, import needs, supply chain efficiency, and market availability.
It also decided in-principle approval for the import of 0.5 million tonnes of sugar. Deputy Prime Minister (DPM)/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar chaired a follow-up meeting to review the pricing and supply of essential food items, particularly sugar.
The meeting was attended by the Minister for National Food Security, SAPM Tariq Bajwa, secretaries of food security and industries, and other senior government officials. The DPM reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the interests of both consumers and suppliers, and to ensuring that essential commodities remain affordable and accessible.
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Source : Business Recorder
