BRUSSELS: Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi Meets COLEAD General Delegate Jeremy Knops to Discuss Enhanced Cooperation in Sustainable Agriculture
Brussels, 15th April 2025 — H.E. Mr. Rahim Hayat Qureshi, Ambassador of Pakistan to the European Union, Belgium, and Luxembourg, met with Mr. Jeremy Knops, General Delegate of COLEAD, along with members of the COLEAD team.
During the meeting, Ambassador Qureshi discussed the ongoing areas of collaboration between Pakistan and COLEAD/AGRIINFO, particularly in the field of sustainable agriculture. Both sides acknowledged the importance of continuing joint efforts in capacity building, technical training, and knowledge sharing to strengthen agricultural value chains.
The Ambassador also stressed upon the avenues to further deepen engagement, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to promoting sustainable farming practices and enhancing agri-export potential in line with international standards.
The meeting reaffirmed the mutual interest in expanding this important partnership and building a resilient and environmentally responsible agricultural sector.
Deputy Head of Mission, Syed Faraz Hussain Zaidi, Economic Minister Omar Hameed, Trade & investment Attaché Muhammad Bilal were also present in the meeting.
