Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Haroon Akhtar Khan has emphasized further development in dairy farming and milk processing industries to improve quality standards and reduce production costs.

He was talking to a delegation of the Pakistan Dairy Association in Islamabad today (Wednesday).

During the meeting, Haroon Akhtar Khan highlighted that Pakistan is among the world's largest milk-producing countries, with an annual production of over 70 million tons.

He further stressed that without increased investment in the dairy sector, achieving self-sufficiency in food production would not be possible.

The Pakistan Dairy Association 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.

Haroon Akhtar Khan 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.