Efforts underway to resolve UAE meat export ban

The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) is optimistic about resolving the issue of fresh chilled meat exports from Pakistan to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in a friendly manner. 

According to Geo News, TDAP is actively working to address the recent ban imposed by the UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment on shipping fresh chilled meat from Pakistan by sea. 

TDAP’s initial investigation suggests that the meat quality issue in the UAE may be due to problems with the refrigeration systems on the shipping containers. TDAP emphasises that it’s the responsibility of the shipping line to ensure proper refrigeration during transport. 

Furthermore, TDAP mentions that the exporters involved have filed claims against the shipping line for damages. 

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To resolve the situation, the Pakistani Consulate in Dubai has formally requested a meeting with the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. 

The goal of this meeting is to present Pakistan’s viewpoint and address the UAE’s concerns. TDAP is committed to both addressing these concerns and strongly advocating for the ban to be lifted.