U.S.-Pakistan “Green Alliance” Framework Improves Climate-Smart Agriculture, Promotes Sustainable Economic Growth
U.S.-Pakistan “Green Alliance” Framework Improves Climate-Smart Agriculture, Promotes Sustainable Economic Growth
U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) Andrew Schofer highlighted U.S. efforts to promote economic growth in Pakistan, and the role of U.S. business in Pakistan’s agriculture sector, during his first visit to South Punjab July 29-31.
“Pakistani mangoes are renowned worldwide, and this sector is crucial to the country’s economy and culture. The United States has supported the mango industry through provision of advanced graders for processing facilities across Punjab and Sindh,” said DCM Schofer, who visited Luftabad mango farm on July 31. “This support has helped improve technology, reduce labor costs, speed up shipment processes, meet international quality and hygiene standards,...