Canada, Pakistan discuss GM canola trade

ISLAMABAD:

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr Musadik Malik met with Canadian High Commissioner Tarik Ali Khan. The meeting focused on various aspects of trade in GM canola between the two countries, particularly the limitations associated with Harmonised System (HS) codes and the need for greater clarity and efficiency in related procedures.

Musadik Malik assured the high commissioner that the ministry remains committed to minimising procedural delays and ensuring that any new policies or amendments to existing frameworks are aimed at streamlining processes and facilitating both importers and exporters. He informed the envoy that the ministry is actively upgrading its digital dashboard to improve transparency, efficiency, and ease of doing business for all relevant stakeholders.