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Reducing export restrictions on rice to encourage agri-shipments to surpass $50 billion in FY25

With the recent relaxation of export limitations on non-basmati rice and robust global demand, India expects agricultural exports to surpass $50 billion in 2024–2025. Despite earlier export restrictions on rice, wheat, and sugar that affected exports by an estimated $6-7 billion, this optimistic forecast The country’s agri exports are expected to cross $50 billion in […]

India presses EU court over basmati rice geographic rights

EU cited international relations’ concerns to deny India access to Pakistan’s documents. By News Desk India has filed an appeal with the European Court of Justice following the European Union’s refusal to grant access to the Annexures accompanying Pakistan’s application for Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, The News reported citing an Indian news outlet. The […]

India moves European court after EU rejects its plea to access Pakistan’s proof on Basmati origin 

Islamabad had provided the proof in annexure but EU says it would affect its global relations. By Subramani Ra Mancombu. India has approached the European Court of Justice after the European Union rejected India’s application to access the Annexures attached to Pakistan’s application for protected Geographical Indication (PGI). The EU claimed such access would undermine […]

Pakistan sees significant increase in imports from Iran.

By Web Desk ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s imports from Iran have witnessed a substantial surge, with a 47 per cent increase on a yearly basis, ARY News reported citing government sources. According to details, the country’s imports from Iran stood at $533 million from July to November 2024, up from $398 million during the same period last […]

Tea, rice exports to Iran may take a hit on rial devaluation

Synopsis Iran’s currency devaluation threatens Indian tea and basmati rice exports. The increased cost of imports may hinder sales of premium orthodox tea, while basmati rice exporters face insurance and pricing challenges. However, some believe the impact on rice may be mitigated by government subsidies. Kolkata: Exports of premium quality Indian orthodox tea and basmati […]

Pakistan pledges swift action as EU flags contaminated rice shipments

“We cannot afford to let such lapses continue, given the importance of rice exports to our economy,” says official. By Israr Khan ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan government has vowed swift action to address growing challenges faced by rice exporters following the interception of contaminated shipments in the European Union (EU), a development that threatens the country’s […]

Pakistan’s agricultural exports witness significant growth

By Web Desk. Pakistan’s agricultural exports are witnessing significant growth due to the support of the Special Investment Facilitation Council. Pakistan has crossed an important milestone in commercial exports by exporting tractors to the East Africa. Recently, the first consignment of Pakistani tractors has reached the African country of Tanzania. Through the efforts of Pakistani […]

Pakistan expands agricultural exports: Rice exports hit $4 billion

Pakistan’s agricultural exports are experiencing remarkable growth, driven by the efforts of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). In a major breakthrough, Pakistan has successfully entered the East African market by exporting tractors to Tanzania. The first consignment of Pakistani tractors was recently delivered, facilitated through a partnership with Kenya-Tanzania-based Masai Trekta Company, showcasing Pakistan’s […]