ISLAMABAD, DEC 02 (APP/DNA): Pakistan and Canada on Tuesday discussed ways to streamline the trade framework for genetically modified (GM) canola, with both sides agreeing to improve regulatory clarity and strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr Musadik Malik met Canadian High Commissioner Tarik Ali Khan in Islamabad. Secretary Climate Change Aisha Moriani was also present.
The meeting focused on challenges linked to existing Harmonized System (HS) codes and the need for greater efficiency in procedures governing GM canola trade.
Dr Malik said the government was committed to reducing procedural delays and ensuring that any policy amendments aimed to facilitate importers and exporters.
He added that the Ministry was upgrading its digital dashboard to enhance transparency and ease of doing business.
The minister noted that institutional capacity-building remained a priority to better manage technical and regulatory requirements for climate-linked trade, agricultural commodities and biosafety issues.
The Canadian high commissioner appreciated the Ministry’s efforts to improve regulatory mechanisms and reiterated Canada’s commitment to expanding cooperation in the agriculture and food sectors.
Both sides agreed to maintain close coordination to promote sustainable and mutually beneficial trade practices.
