Cabinet approves importing 300,000 tonnes of wheat from Russia
November 4, 2022 02:18 PM
In a major progress in Pak-Russia trade relations, the federal cabinet Friday approved the purchase of 300,000 tonnes of wheat from Russia, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
According to the official sources, wheat will be bought at the government level at $372 per tonne.
The cabinet approved the 31st October decision of Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) through circulation.
It is to be noted here that Russia had offered to provide wheat to Pakistan.
The process of importing 300,000 tonnes of wheat from Russia will be completed by January 15, 2023.
Reporter: Awais Kiyani