Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) Haroon Akhtar Khan held a meeting with a delegation from the Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) to discuss the challenges facing the dairy sector and explore possible solutions.
During the meeting, Haroon Akhtar emphasized Pakistan’s prominent standing as one of the largest milk-producing nations globally, with an impressive annual output exceeding 70 million tons.
However, he emphasized the need for further development in dairy farming and milk processing industries to improve quality standards and reduce production costs.
The PDA urged the government to reconsider the taxation policy on packaged milk, advocating for a reduction in GST to ensure a steady supply of milk at affordable prices for consumers while supporting the dairy sector.
One of the key topics of discussion was the impact of the 18% General Sales Tax (GST) on packaged milk. He said this tax has led to an increase in milk prices, affecting both producers and consumers.
Haroon stressed that without increased investment in the dairy sector, achieving self-sufficiency in food production would not be possible.
He assured the delegation that the government is committed to addressing the challenges of the dairy industry and will continue engaging with relevant stakeholders to find effective solutions.
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