Meeting has been arranged at REAP House, Karachi to discuss various issues related to rice exports to Kenya. This meeting was attended by Mr. Muhammad Jawed Jillani, Senior Vice Chairman of REAP, Mr. Rafique Suleman, Convener of REAP’s Committee on Kenya, Executive Committee members Mr. Sheeraz Ahmed Shaikh, Mr. Mohaib Moulvi along with a large number of REAP members engaged in exporting rice to Kenya. Additionally, approx.. 40 Members attended the meeting via Zoom video link.
Rafique Suleman, thanked all the respected guests who attended today’s Kenya meeting. Around 40 participants were present at REAP Office, while approximately 40 members joined online via Zoom. He sincerely appreciated participation and support of REAP Members.
Jawed Jillani, Senior Vice Chairman REAP appreciated Government support for Rice Exporters in the shape of Duty Drawback and Local Taxes (DLTL), i.e. 9% on Basmati Rice and 3% on Non Basmati Rice. He was hopeful that this will result into boost of rice export trade.
Following extensive deliberations and input from participants, REAP members collectively agreed on the need to strengthen rice exports to Kenya while also addressing the challenges in a timely and effective manner.
During the meeting, it was agreed by most of the members that only unity among REAP members will result into the strength of Kenyan market, which is one of the largest buyers of Pakistani long grain rice. It was also decided to hold such meeting on monthly basis.