ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s kinnow exports recorded strong earnings during the peak citrus season, generating approximately $40 million within a 45-day period, even as exports to Afghanistan remained disrupted, official figures showed on Monday.
The Ministry of Commerce said exporters maintained shipment flows throughout December and the first half of January by redirecting consignments to alternative international markets. The effort was coordinated with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) to prevent supply disruptions and limit losses for growers and exporters.
Officials said export volumes remained steady in December and continued at a consistent pace during early January, reflecting improved market access and logistical coordination. Exporters were assisted in shifting shipments toward destinations in the Middle East, Southeast Asia and other non-traditional markets.
Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, in an official statement, acknowledged the role of government departments, overseas trade missions, exporters and logistics partners in sustaining export momentum during the period of disruption.
Authorities attributed the performance to targeted market outreach, trade facilitation measures and adherence to international quality and phytosanitary standards. TDAP also supported exporters through coordination with foreign buyers and assistance in documentation and logistics.
The export performance provided valuable foreign exchange inflows and supported stakeholders across the citrus value chain, including farmers, processors and exporters. Officials said the outcome underlined the resilience of Pakistan’s agricultural exports and the importance of market diversification.
