The Dutch Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E Robert-Jan Seigert visited FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan Limited (FCEPL) Head Office and met with the company’s leadership team to discuss the organization’s progress, the broader outlook of Pakistan’s dairy sector, and opportunities for future growth and investments in the dairy sector.
During the meeting, the FCEPL leadership provided an overview of the company’s performance, ongoing initiatives, and future potential for business growth. The discussion explored the evolving landscape of Pakistan’s dairy sector, including its capacity for expansion and modernization. While exchanging views on the role of local talent in supporting industry development, the importance of skills development and the long-term contribution of Pakistani professionals to the sector, potential areas for future investment with a focus on sustainable growth and strengthening the dairy value chain in Pakistan were also highlighted.
Speaking to the attendees, the Dutch Ambassador said: “Pakistan’s dairy sector presents meaningful opportunities for development, underpinned by a capable workforce and increasing focus on modern practices. Ensuring access to safe dairy, particularly for children, and encouraging a shift away from loose milk consumption remain important for public health. It is encouraging to see FCEPL contributing constructively to these efforts and to the sector’s long-term sustainability.”
Kashan Hasan, Managing Director FCEPL, speaking at the occasion, said: “It is an honour to host the Dutch Ambassador to Pakistan and share our vision for the future of dairy in the country. Dairy is more than just an industry; it is a source of nutrition and livelihoods for millions of Pakistanis. We look forward to working with the Ambassador’s office to strengthen our engagement with key government bodies and stakeholders to further develop Pakistan’s dairy industry to make safe, high-quality and nutritious dairy products accessible to millions more across the country and truly bring RFCs vision of Nourishing by Nature to life”.
As part of the visit, the Ambassador also addressed employees at a townhall session. The interaction focused on the potential of Pakistani talent and the opportunities within the dairy sector. Employees engaged in a dialogue on industry growth and their role in shaping its future.
The visit concluded with a reaffirmation of the importance of continued engagement among stakeholders to support the development of Pakistan’s dairy industry, along with a shared commitment to providing safe and nutritious milk for future generations in Pakistan.
