Consul General Tanvir A. Bhatti, attended the the 12th Chengdu International Urban Modern Agricultural Expo today and delivered remarks at the opening ceremony.

The 12th Chengdu International Urban Modern Agricultural Expo is hosted by the Chengdu Municipal People's Government under the theme "Developing New Quality Productive Forces, Empowering Urban Modern Agriculture," bringing together government leaders, industry experts, and representatives of leading enterprises.

In his remarks, the Consul General noted that agriculture accounts for over 24% of Pakistan's GDP and employs about 37% of its workforce, and that Pakistan has the world's fourth-largest livestock industry. Currently, agricultural cooperation between Pakistan and China is growing ever closer, with results reflected not only in rising trade figures but also in tangible benefits to the livelihoods of both peoples.

Pakistan welcomes more agricultural enterprises to invest and develop their businesses, jointly promoting mutual benefit and win-win outcomes.