Islamabad/Beijing: China and Pakistan have signed new agreements to expand cooperation in livestock technology and agricultural research under CPEC 2.0, marking a shift toward industry, innovation and skills development in the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
According to Radio Pakistan, the agreements followed a visit by Jinan Animal Husbandry Industry Craftsman College to Pakistan during the 2026 China-Pakistan Agriculture Investment Conference. Several cooperation documents were finalized to strengthen livestock breeding, veterinary sciences and technology transfer.
Officials said the latest collaboration aligns with the evolving focus of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which is moving beyond infrastructure projects toward industrial cooperation and agriculture modernization.
Technology transfer and training
A Framework Agreement on Industrial and Technological Cooperation and Talent Training was signed with the Pakistan-China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The agreement provides for the establishment of a China-Pakistan Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Industry Technology Cooperation Center.
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The proposed center will focus on research and development, industry standards and customized technical training to strengthen Pakistan’s livestock sector.
A separate memorandum of understanding was signed with GO DAIRY Private Limited for the transfer of sheep in vitro fertilization technology and dairy cow breeding techniques. The arrangement includes technical support to address productivity challenges and improve efficiency.
In addition, cooperation was agreed with the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences to collaborate on curriculum development and establish a joint training base to enhance academic and technical exchange.
Focus areas and future plans
Experts from both countries will concentrate on Himalayan pink salt applications, sheep in vitro fertilization and dairy cow breeding technologies. Plans are also underway to set up a joint laboratory to support localized research and applied innovation.
Launched in 2015 under China’s Belt and Road Initiative, CPEC initially focused on energy projects, transport infrastructure and Gwadar port development. In recent years, agriculture and technology-driven cooperation have emerged as priority sectors in bilateral engagement.
Officials say expanding livestock and agri-tech collaboration is expected to support rural livelihoods and enhance productivity in Pakistan’s agriculture sector.
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