Pakistan has secured investment commitments worth approximately USD 4.5 billion from Chinese enterprises through 79 agreements aimed at revitalising its agricultural sector, Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, announced on Tuesday.
Speaking to the media, the minister described the Pakistan-China Agri Investment Conference, held on 19 January, as a “decisive shift from dialogue to on-ground, investment-led collaboration.” He stated the event was structured to produce tangible outcomes through direct business-to-business matchmaking rather than conventional discussions.
The minister revealed that extensive preparatory work preceded the conference, aligning investment proposals with market needs and national priorities. This resulted in agreements across ten high-impact sub-sectors, including food processing, agri-technology, livestock and dairy, fisheries, and post-harvest infrastructure.
Rana Tanveer Hussain emphasised that the inflow of capital and technology is anticipated to modernise the nation’s agricultural value chains. He projected that the investments would introduce advanced production methods, significantly boost productivity, generate large-scale employment in rural areas, and improve farmer incomes by reducing post-harvest losses.
On a macroeconomic level, the minister stated the realised investments are expected to contribute meaningfully to GDP growth and expand the industrial base connected to agriculture. He added that enhanced domestic processing capacity is also seen as critical for strengthening national food security and stabilising consumer prices.
The outcomes of the conference align with the broader objectives of the CPEC Phase II, which prioritises industrial cooperation and sustainable development, the minister noted. He reiterated the government”s commitment to ensuring the signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) are converted into operational projects through diligent follow-up and investor facilitation.
Hussain concluded that the conference has established a strong foundation for long-term economic cooperation, positioning Pakistan as a competitive, investment-ready destination and reinforcing agriculture”s role as a driver of inclusive growth.