PCJCCI Signs MoU with Jinan Association to Boost Pakistan–China Dairy Cooperation

By Dr. Ansab Ali | Lahore, Pakistan
LAHORE: The Pakistan China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Animal Agriculture Association of Jinan to enhance institutional cooperation in livestock modernization and dairy value chain development.
The development was highlighted during a think tank session held at the PCJCCI Secretariat in Lahore.
President PCJCCI, Nazir Hussain, said that strengthened collaboration between Pakistan and China in the dairy sector, coupled with rising demand for premium dairy products in the Chinese market, could open new avenues for growth in Pakistan’s domestic dairy industry.
He noted that the MoU aims to promote cooperation in key areas including dairy technology transfer, modern livestock management, skill development, research linkages, and investment facilitation.
Highlighting Pakistan’s potential, he said the country ranks among the world’s top five milk producers, generating over 60 million tons annually. He added that increased joint ventures and export-oriented initiatives could significantly strengthen the national economy.
Nazir Hussain also pointed out that China views Pakistan as an important dairy producer in South Asia, and that adopting cost-effective Chinese technologies and advanced production systems could improve efficiency and global competitiveness.
He cited the Animal Agriculture Association of Jinan as a model of effective industry-government coordination, noting its role in integrating resources and providing technical support, training, policy coordination, and market facilitation across the livestock and dairy sectors.
Senior Vice President PCJCCI, Brigadier Mansoor Saeed Sheikh, expressed strong interest in expanding cooperation in Pakistan’s dairy sector. He highlighted that China’s dairy imports have grown at an annual rate exceeding 12 percent, with high demand for products such as milk powder, liquid milk, whey, cheese, butter, and cream.
He emphasized that structured collaboration with Chinese industry bodies and training institutions could accelerate modernization and human resource development in Pakistan’s dairy industry.
Vice President PCJCCI, Zafar Iqbal, noted that China currently relies heavily on imports from countries such as New Zealand, Netherlands, and Australia. He stressed the need for proactive government measures to enhance Pakistan’s export capacity and improve domestic production standards.
He also highlighted challenges faced by local farmers, including limited training opportunities, inadequate storage and transportation systems, and underdeveloped cold chain infrastructure. He called for targeted capacity-building initiatives and technological support through partnerships with Chinese stakeholders.
Secretary General PCJCCI, Salahuddin Hanif, underscored the importance of animal husbandry as a key pillar of Pakistan’s agricultural economy, particularly in Balochistan. He noted that Gwadar Port, developed under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor, offers strategic potential for expanding dairy and livestock activities.
He concluded that structured engagement with Chinese industry associations, think tanks, and enterprise networks will be crucial in transforming Pakistan’s dairy sector into a modern, technology-driven ecosystem aligned with international standards and evolving global market demands.