August 31, 2026
Islamabad and Riyadh agreed in a joint statement to lift Pakistan's agricultural and food exports to Saudi Arabia to $3 billion within two years. Nothing binding was signed, and the trade the statement quantifies is worth about $330 million.
New Delhi: India on Friday raised the ban on the exports of bran from olive oil with immediate power, ending restrictions that had been in place for more than two years, the government said. Prior to the ban was imposed in July 2023, India exported 500,000 metric tonnes of rice oil per year, worth about 10 billion rupees, mainly in Vietnam, Thailand and other Asian countries. The repetition of exports will lead to a higher production of both rice bran bran, used in the cattle feed industry and oil bran oil officials, industry officials said. Prices of rice bran-lizard have
Beijing: Pakistan’s rice exports to China recorded a strong increase in the first eight months of 2025, increasing about 70% annually, according to data from the Chinese Customs General. From January to August, Pakistan exported $ 44.31 million to China, compared to $ 26.30 million during the same period last year, increasing 68.5%. The increase underlines the expansion of Pakistan’s presence in the food market of China and the strengthening of agricultural cooperation between the two countries. An employee of the Pakistani Ministry of Commerce said that an important rate in this increase was semi-or completely ground rice (HS Code
Hare: With more than five tonnes of rice, tomato concentrate, cooking oil and onions, the Nigerian chef Hilda Baci tried Friday to create the largest Jollof rice ever made. West African’s popular dish has rice simmering in tomato sauce, accompanied by meat or fish. Thousands of people gathered to watch the last attempt at a record from the 28-year-old chef and restaurant, who once held the world record for the largest cooking marathon-more than four days. Baci said he threw 4,000 kg (8,800 lbs) Basmati rice, 500 tomato concentration cartons, 750 kg of oil and 600kg of onions in a
Beijing: Pakistan’s rice exports to China have shown significant growth in the first six months of 2025, signaling an encouraging development in the context of China’s economic policies aimed at strengthening trade relations and differentiation of supply chains. According to recent data from the Chinese Customs General Management, semi-white ground-free missions (10063020 trade code) to China increased to $ 29.53 million, with the volume reaching 66,960,601 kg in January-January. This marks a remarkable increase compared to the same period last year, when exports were valued at $ 5.23 million. Pakistan’s Embassy Commerce and Investment Advisor to Beijing Ghulam Qadir told
Pakistan’s hunt has gone from bad to worse as they stumble at 72/6 after 21 overs in the pursuit of 293 against New Zealand. Their top -class collapse let them unfold on 32/5 in 12 overs and their struggles continued as Tayyab Tahir (13) became the last accident, falling to Nathan Smith at 21st. Faheem Ashraf (26*) has shown some resistance, playing intentionally, but the required value of 7.62 adds to Pakistan’s problems. The New Zealand Splermilists were relentless, keeping the tight lines and taking advantage of the conditions effectively. Will O’Rourke (1/8), Jacob Duffy (2/18) and Ben Sears (2/9)
March 17, 2025
An Indian Muslim mixes ingredients for the popular “Bubur Lambuk” dish at Masjid India during Ramadan in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on March 5, 2025. – AFP As the dusk fell, hundreds of Muslims in a mosque in the capital of Malaysia Kuala Lumpur celebrate in aromatic cups known locally as “Bubur Lambuk”, part of a Ramadan tradition dating back to decades. Slowly, engulfed with various spices in giant pots and stirred with oversized spoons, Bubur Lambuk is traditionally prepared by volunteers in mosque courtyards before distributed to the public for Iftar, the rapidly tasty meal at the Great Islamic Nation.
January 23, 2025
Climate change poses a significant threat to global food security. Rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and increasing frequency of extreme events disrupt agricultural productivity. Crops like wheat, rice, and maize are particularly vulnerable, leading to reduced yields and higher food prices. In addition, climate change exacerbates water scarcity and soil degradation, further hindering food production. Livestock farming is also affected, with heat stress and changing pasture conditions impacting animal health and productivity. To address these challenges, sustainable farming practices, such as crop diversification, conservation agriculture, and efficient water management, are essential. Governments and international organizations must also invest in research
Listen to the article LAHORE: Pakistan has made remarkable progress in its rice exports in the first half of the current financial year, registering a 19% growth despite significant global challenges. This increase in exports is likely to continue in the second half. According to official statistics, from July to December 2024, Pakistan exported 3.06 million tonnes of rice worth $1.87 billion, compared to 2.57 million tonnes worth $1.64 billion in the corresponding period last year. year. Basmati rice exports posted an impressive 30.4% growth, with shipments of 416,491 tonnes valued at $433.81 million, up from 367,465 tonnes valued at
Listen to the article KARACHI: The federal government has appointed Zia Noor as Pakistan’s Honorary Investment Adviser to Malta, with the aim of increasing the country’s export footprint in non-traditional markets. As a member state of the European Union, Malta offers significant potential for Pakistani products. Speaking exclusively to The Express Tribune, Noor said that despite Malta’s dependence on imports, Pakistan’s market share is minimal, with exports estimated at just $3.85 million. He added that this amount is expected to increase to $100 million by the end of this year. Noor highlighted the huge potential for Pakistani rice, textiles, sports
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