Islamabad – October 2025: Pakistan and China have taken a surprising but highly lucrative step in agricultural cooperation — by focusing on the donkey industry.
The China-Pakistan Donkey Industry Development Forum, held in Islamabad, brought together officials, researchers, and business leaders under the theme “Creating Opportunities Together, Winning the Future Together.”
The initiative promises billions in rural development, sustainable livestock farming, and new opportunities for farmers across Pakistan.
🐴 Why the Donkey Industry Matters
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Donkey farming is being promoted as a specialized livestock sector
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Focus on breeding, genetic conservation, and by-product utilization
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Potential for exports to China, where demand for donkey-based products is growing
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Contract farming model to benefit local farmers and rural communities
🤝 Key Announcements & Agreements
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Pakistan’s Ministry of National Food Security pledged strict oversight to prevent illegal practices
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China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan issued a Self-Regulation Declaration to ensure ethical standards
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MoUs signed between Pakistani institutions (PARC, Cholistan University) and Chinese companies for research and innovation
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Plan to establish a China-Pakistan Joint Laboratory for Donkey Industry Innovation
🌍 What Experts Say
📌 Shi Yuanqiang (Chinese Embassy): Donkey industry could be a new pillar of economic partnership between Pakistan and China.
📌 Professor Zeng Shenming (China Agricultural University): Stressed technology, smart breeding, and data-driven farming as keys to success.
📌 Wen Ming (CEO, Sangyang Industrial): Outlined a roadmap for eco-friendly and sustainable donkey farming in Pakistan.
🚜 Rural Prosperity & Future Outlook
The forum ended with a strong commitment from both nations to modernize agriculture, boost farmers’ incomes, and meet global demand for sustainable livestock products.
If executed successfully, Pakistan’s donkey industry could transform into a billion-dollar export sector, uplifting rural communities and strengthening the China-Pakistan Economic Partnership.
