UAE tops list of importers of Pakistani mangoes with $159.74 million in imports

The United Arab Emirates has emerged as the foremost importer of Pakistani mangoes, a report by the Ministry of Commerce to the National Assembly reveals. Over a span of five years, the UAE has imported mangoes worth $159.74 million from Pakistan, marking it as the top destination for this renowned fruit.

Further details from the report indicate the United Kingdom, Kazakhstan, Oman, Afghanistan, and Saudi Arabia as significant markets for Pakistani mangoes. The United Kingdom has imported mangoes valued at $131.96 million, followed by Kazakhstan with $93.86 million. Oman, Afghanistan, and Saudi Arabia have also been notable importers with $39.88 million, $35.98 million, and $29.61 million worth of imports respectively.

The cumulative export value of Pakistani mangoes over the past five years stands at $632.003 million. Additionally, the report mentions that Pakistan’s citrus exports have reached $30.9 million in the current fiscal year.

The global appreciation for Pakistani mangoes, attributed to their distinctive flavor and quality, plays a vital role in the country’s agricultural export sector. The government’s ongoing efforts to improve market access and broaden export avenues for these fruits aim to fortify international trade relations and stimulate economic progress.

Source: 24/7 News

Publication date:

Wed 22 Jan 2025

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