The Federal Government is committed to undertaking all necessary measures for the restructuring of the Pakistan Central Cotton Committee (PCCC), the revival of the cotton sector, and providing essential support to farmers.
Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain expressed these views while presiding over the 90th Governing Body meeting of the PCCC at the Ministry of National Food Security & Research on Wednesday, said a press release.
The minister highlighted the critical role of cotton in Pakistan’s economy and reiterated the government’s resolve to bolster this vital sector. He emphasized the importance of improving cotton production, quality, and exports, stating that these efforts are integral to the country’s economic growth.
Rana Tanveer acknowledged the pivotal role of the textile industry in the national economy and expressed optimism that the cotton cess dispute would soon be resolved through consensus. He also expressed interest in reviewing the FAO’s report on the restructuring of PCCC. Dr. Yusuf Zafar provided a detailed overview of progress on the restructuring efforts, sharing insights from four comprehensive reports.—APP