Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA), in collaboration with Punjab Food Authority (PFA) and GAIN, successfully organized a National Dialogue on World Food Day 2024 at the local hotel. The event gathered key stakeholders from the government, industry, academia, and civil society to discuss the pressing challenges surrounding food safety, food security, and the role of the dairy sector in securing Pakistan’s nutritional future.
The dialogue featured prominent figures, including Usman Zaheer, Chairman PDA , Shehzad Amin, CEO PDA, Muhammad Asim Javaid, Director General Punjab Food Authority, Muhammad Wasif Saeed, Prof Dr Tallat Naseer Pasha, DG Punjab Agriculture Drug & Food Authority (PAFDA), Ramesh Singh Arora, Minister for Minorities & Human Affairs, and others.
The event underscored the importance of food security as vital to national stability and development. With millions across Pakistan facing food insecurity, initiatives that ensure access to safe and nutritious food are critical for the country’s progress. World Food Day 2024 focused on global challenges related to food security, calling for collective action to ensure that everyone has access to adequate nutrition.
Dairy plays a crucial role in Pakistan’s food security as a wholesome and nutrient-rich food source, essential for a healthy and growing future. Dairy products contribute significantly to the nutrition of children and families and are key to both public health and the rural economy.
