ISLAMABAD, Jul 31 (APP): Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar Thursday chaired a committee meeting to review the sugar availability situation in the country.
Minister for Food Rana Tanveer Hussain, Special Assistant to Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa, Secretaries of the Cabinet Division, Ministry of National Food Security and Research and Ministry of Industries and Production along with senior officials from relevant federal and provincial departments attended the meeting.
The committee reviewed the progress of sugar imports and market prices in line with the notified rates agreed upon by the provinces.
While a downward trend in prices was noted, it was observed that market rates remain slightly above the notified levels.
The committee was informed that imported sugar is expected to begin arriving in Karachi by the end of September.
The DPM/FM reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring price stability, maintaining adequate supplies of essential commodities and safeguarding consumer interests.