On March 17, 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif granted in-principle approval for the restructuring of the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) during a high-level meeting in Islamabad. The Prime Minister underscored that modernizing agricultural research is a prerequisite for national development and long-term food security. He directed officials to develop a comprehensive restructuring plan with a strictly defined timeline to transform the council into a more efficient and results-oriented body.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approves restructuring of the country’s top agricultural research body, aiming to modernize sector, address growing concerns over food security. https://t.co/0WY3DAYCUO
— Arab News Pakistan (@arabnewspk) March 17, 2026
A central component of this initiative is the Prime Minister’s directive to model PARC after the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS). By aligning the council with international standards of innovation and productivity, the government aims to create a top-tier institution capable of meeting contemporary agricultural demands. During the session, the Prime Minister was briefed on strategies to make PARC a dynamic organization that can effectively bridge the gap between scientific research and practical farming needs.
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The restructuring is part of a broader effort to revitalize Pakistan’s primary economic sector through technology and data-driven policies. By prioritizing the modernization of PARC, the administration hopes to enhance crop yields, improve resource management, and secure the country’s agricultural future against evolving global challenges.
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