Recorder Report

KARACHI: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, has assured rice exporters of the government’s full support and proactive cooperation to resolve issues affecting the export of the commodity, reaffirming its commitment to facilitating trade and boosting the country’s export performance.

Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry along with Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed (retd), Chairman, Karachi Port Trust (KPT), and other officials, visited Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) House, here on Monday.

The meeting was attended by Malik Faisal Jahangir, Chairman REAP, Muhammad Jawed Jillani, Senior Vice Chairman REAP, Executive Committee Members including Rafique Suleman, Abdul Rahim Janoo former chairman, Sheeraz Ahmed Sheikh, Mahesh Kumar, Jetendar Kumar, and M. Shahid Memon Ex-EC Member REAP, as well as, REAP members Asif Ali Shaikh, Faisal Anis, Badaruddin Chishti, and officials of KPT.

During the meeting, Malik Faisal Jahangir appreciated the efforts of the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his continuous support to the export sector during the current challenging global environment.

He also acknowledged the contributions of Pakistan’s Maritime Ministry services in improving and streamlining cargo handling operations at the country’s ports.

During the meeting, various issues concerning rice exports and matters of mutual interest were discussed.

The Federal Minister assured the REAP members of his full support and cooperation in addressing their concerns to facilitate the exporters.

Abdul Rahim Janoo briefed Minister about Asia’s largest Haji Razzak Janoo Memorial Trust for Free Laser Eye Cataract Surgery Camps in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

On request of Minister, it was agreed to hold a three-day free charity camp in TobaTek Singh, all necessary arrangements about food accommodation and venue will be arranged by Minister and all surgery and medicine expenses will be borne by Haji Razzak Janoo Memorial Trust.

Copyright Business Recorder, 2026

Published Date: April 14, 2026