The lack of an internationally certified pesticide testing lab is having a major impact on Pakistan's exports to the EU.

The compliance with EU standards is the biggest issue where Germany can share its expertise with Pakistan.

German companies are interested in sharing their knowledge and expertise on compliance and value addition with Pakistan.

The GSP+ scheme for textiles has a major impact on Pakistan's textile exports, and the government is committed to complying with the 27 core international conventions.

There is a huge potential to expand agri-trade with Germany, particularly in the fruits and vegetables sector.

The government hasn't imposed taxes on pesticides and fertilizers.

Taxes are imposed on farmers with agricultural income exceeding certain thresholds

The formation of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA) is a milestone that will oversee inter-provincial and national import and export of agricultural trade and food safety sector.