Pakistan, Uzbekistan Explore Agricultural Cooperation at COP31

Pakistan and Uzbekistan have explored ways to expand cooperation in agricultural research, seed development, horticulture and livestock, with a focus on modern technologies and climate-resilient farming.

Talks in Antalya

The discussions took place between Pakistan’s Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, and Uzbekistan’s Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Alisher Shukurov. They met on the sidelines of the COP-31 summit in Antalya, Türkiye.

Areas of Cooperation

The two sides discussed joint work on hybrid and genetically modified seeds, especially for cotton and horticultural crops. They also considered technical cooperation in livestock development. The talks covered sharing scientific expertise and research experience to improve productivity and food security.

Proposed Delegation Visit

Hussain welcomed Uzbekistan’s proposal to send a technical delegation to Pakistan. The visit would help connect experts and research institutions and identify practical areas for research, technology transfer and institutional collaboration.

The discussions also tied into Uzbekistan’s climate-smart agrifood investment agenda at COP-31. The engagement forms part of Pakistan’s wider effort to build agricultural partnerships with friendly countries.