Palm oil vital for Pakistan’s food, economic security, say experts
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KARACHI: Palm Oil has played an important role in Pakistan’s food security, industrial growth, and nutritional landscape, while on Thursday, a local hotel experts have called for more public awareness, stability measures and strategic policy to utilize their full potential.
More than 96 % of the country’s edible oil imports, Palm Oil is a fundamental component in the country’s food industry, in which the annual consumption exceeds 3 million tonnes. Its widespread use include venture, cooking oil, shortening, margarine, breakfast and processed foods.
Malaysia’s Consulate Marketing Officer and Author of Palm Oil in Pakistan: A pillar of the oil and fat market and its effects on its food safety ‘: Palm Oil is a pillar of Pakistan’s oil and fat market. “” Due to its natural stability, long shelf life and cheapness, essential nutrition and economic flexibility are especially important and essential in rural areas. “
Palm oil is naturally rich in cholesterol -free, trans -fat -free, and antioxidants such as Tokotrainols and Beta Carotene. Its balanced fatty acid compound also supports cardiovascular health, nutrient absorption and overall energy requirements, which is made of moderation when used in moderation.
Dr. Rameli Musallam, Deputy Director General of the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (R&D), emphasized the unprecedented performance and adaptation of Palm Oil. “Palm oil gets 10 times more oil than soybean, sunflower or rapid, this high productivity makes it an important crop for sustainable food production and environmental protection,” he said.
Dr. Ramel also solved long -standing concerns about deforestation and loss of biological diversity, which states that Malaysia is leading science -based policies, forestry efforts, and multi -stakeholder governance in NGOs and regulatory institutions. “The purpose of our ESG -related methods is to make Palm Oil a global agriculture model,” he added.
Zafar Mahmood, CEO of Nimir, highlighted the industry’s move towards sustainable souring methods. He said, “The major multinationals in Pakistan are now demanding the RSPO’s certified palm oil-whether it is widespread balance, separate, or in accordance with the NDPE.
Dr. Hamad Hassan, Assistant Professor of AGA Khan University, said that the benefits and economic effects of Palm Oil are often misunderstood. He noted, “In fact, Palm Oil provides important nutrients, supports livelihood, and is more sustainable than many competitive oils when ready with responsibility.”
Research efforts are also underway to discover palm -based nutritional intervention. In particular, the Red Palm Oil is being studied to cope with micronutrient shortages in weak populations through health care and dietary programs.
Since experts advocate for a multi-faceted approach, with mutual support for Palm Oil Governance-United Science, Policy, and Public Adult. These commodities are firmly embedded in Pakistan’s national food and economic strategy.
“With the continuous improvement of traceability, nutritional and environmental methods, Palm Oil is in a well -positioned position to remain a major partner in the global food system and national development,” said Dr. Ramel. “Now is the time to create a collective understanding and support the responsible growth.”
