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Murtaza Wahab says if wheat is released early, it will likely be smuggled to Punjab & K-P
Purchase to fulfil domestic as well as export requirements
Approves transfer of Rs2b from parliamentarians’ schemes to priority projects
It is believed the restriction may not stop smuggling to Afghanistan
Food minister says every year govt procures 20% of total wheat production as strategic reserves
Target countries include Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Kuwait
Official says country looking to dispose of surplus wheat before next crop
No official reason given, news came as a surprise for exporters
Receiving subsidy proving to be a hindrance for exporters