Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, today visited the Pakistan Maroc Phosphore S.A. (PMP) plant in Jorf Lasfar, Morocco, ay strategic joint venture between Morocco's OCP Group and Pakistan's Fauji Foundation. The state-of-the-art facility plays a pivotal role in ensuring a reliable supply of phosphate-based raw materials for Pakistan's fertilizer industry.
During the visit, the Minister received a comprehensive briefing on the plant's operations and toured key sections of the facility. He also met with the management and workforce, appreciating their professionalism, dedication, and commitment to maintaining high operational standards.
Speaking on the occasion, Rana Tanveer Hussain said the Pakistan Maroc Phosphore project is of immense strategic importance to Pakistan's food security. He noted that the facility ensures a reliable and uninterrupted supply of critical raw materials for Pakistan's fertilizer sector, helping safeguard the country against global supply chain disruptions and market volatility.
The Minister described PMP as more than an industrial project, calling it a symbol of the enduring friendship and strategic partnership between Pakistan and Morocco. He said the collaboration has created mutual economic value, strengthened bilateral relations, and made a meaningful contribution to regional and global food security.
Describing the joint venture as a major milestone in meeting Pakistan's agricultural needs, the Minister reaffirmed the Government's commitment to further expanding cooperation with Morocco in agriculture, industry, trade, and investment.
Rana Tanveer Hussain directed the plant management to ensure an uninterrupted supply of raw materials while maintaining operational excellence to support continuous production. He also encouraged the exploration of opportunities to expand production capacity in line with Pakistan's growing fertilizer requirements. He observed that any surplus production could open new avenues for international trade and economic cooperation, improve the project's overall efficiency, and further strengthen commercial linkages between the two countries.
Expressing optimism for the future, the Minister said the Pakistan–Morocco partnership in the phosphate and fertilizer sector would continue to deepen bilateral relations and advance shared objectives of agricultural development, industrial growth, and sustainable food security.
