Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) and Patron in chief of all Pakistan Fruit and Vegetable Association (PFVA), Waheed Ahmed alleged a comprehensive proposal to Mr. Abdul Razzak Dawood, for amplification of horticulture trade between Pakistan and China.
There exist bright chances for the betterment of horticulture trade between the two countries, especially under the Chine-Pakistan Economic Corridor project. Using the One Belt, One Road, export of Pakistani fruits, vegetables, Pakistan Fruit and Vegetable Association (PFVA) and value-added products can be enhanced by almost $1 billion.
Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) vice president has also submitted a quality proposal on research and development (R&D) in the agriculture sector of Pakistan with the assistance of China.
It includes the establishment of research and development R&D labs, each on federal as well as provincial level to transfer Chinese research and technology in agriculture to Pakistan.
It has also been proposed to enhance transfer of technology and scientific research by awarding scholarships to talented Pakistani students for research and higher education in China.
Joint collaboration between the private sectors has been suggested for the dealing of agri-related diseases by use of eco- friendly insects, harmful insects, bacteria, and technology has been emphasized by the Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI).
Invention of relevance facilities in the special economic zones to enhance horticulture trade with China, and inculcating awareness among Pakistani exporters about Chinese quarantine regulations and export model have been recommended.
The concerned Chinese authority’s steps will be initiated to uplift the horticulture sector of Pakistan in light of these suggestions proposed.
For betterment of agriculture sector in Pakistan, both the Pakistan and China countries have been advised for joint efforts to procure funds from regional and International resources under the collaborative projects to boost horticulture.