ISTANBUL, November 4, 2026: Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan met Türkiye’s Trade Minister Ömer Bolat in Istanbul to discuss agricultural exports, bilateral trade and investment opportunities.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 42nd session of the Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation (COMCEC).
Jam Kamal Khan appreciated Türkiye’s support for Pakistan’s position on Basmati rice and sought greater market access for Pakistani mangoes.
Bolat emphasised the importance of improving the marketing and branding of Pakistani Basmati rice in Türkiye. He also expressed support for increasing imports of Pakistani mangoes.
Turkish Delegation to Visit Pakistan
The Turkish minister agreed to send a delegation to Pakistan to review bilateral trade arrangements and identify opportunities for further cooperation.
Jam Kamal Khan also invited Turkish companies to invest in Karachi Industrial Park, where 1,000 acres have been earmarked for Turkish enterprises.
Both sides agreed to continue efforts to expand trade and industrial cooperation.