Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the export of an additional 70,000 metric tons of Pakistani rice to Malaysia would prove to be a significant step for the national economy besides ensuring the prosperity of farmers.
Economy to get boost with export of additional 70,000 MT rice to Malaysia, ensuring farmers’ uplift: PM
ISLAMABAD, Oct 2 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the export of an additional 70,000 metric tons of Pakistani rice to Malaysia would prove to be a significant step for the national economy besides ensuring the prosperity of farmers.
He said enhancing access to global markets for Pakistani agricultural products was the government’s top priority.
“We will continue our journey toward the goal of export-led economic growth through sustained hard work,” he said in a statement.
PM Sharif lauded the relevant ministries and authorities for their concerted efforts, which had successfully secured an additional export volume of 70,000 metric tons of Pakistani rice to Malaysia for the period spanning October to December 2026.
He said the government would continue its journey toward export-led economic growth through persistent dedication and hard work.
The achievement of an additional 70,000 metric tons of Pakistani rice to Malaysia reflects effective diplomatic and commercial endeavours aligned with the prime minister’s vision, he added.
Prime Minister Shehbaz commended the dedicated team behind this milestone, specifically praising Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar, federal ministers and federal secretaries of National Food Security and Commerce for their commendable contributions.
