Pakistan has decided to export wheat products to the United Arab Emirates following a request from the Gulf state. In the first phase, Pakistan will export flour, maida, semolina and other wheat-based products to meet the demand.
According to government sources, the UAE has requested the supply of 100,000 tons of wheat products. Officials say the move will bring economic benefits to Pakistan’s flour milling industry and local farmers by expanding export opportunities.
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Several other countries, including Sri Lanka and China, have also expressed interest in purchasing wheat products from Pakistan. Flour mills operating under the federal government will be included in the export system.
Meanwhile, Maryam Nawaz has directed the Punjab Food Safety Department to play an active role in facilitating wheat product exports. Authorities say the arrival of the new wheat crop will create surplus supplies after meeting domestic food requirements.
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Officials added that the new wheat harvest in Punjab is expected to begin arriving next month, which will further support Pakistan’s export plans and strengthen the agricultural economy.