Pakistan was one of the earliest countries to show interest in biotechnology, starting with the nomination to host an international biotechnology research center back in 1981. Despite all the early promise, the country has not fully benefitted from this innovation. The country has a long-standing policy to adopt biotechnology, reflected in the establishment and funding of numerous research institutes and academic programmes across the country since 1994. However, the government and its relevant ministries must provide an enabling environment to introduce innovative technologies in accordance with international standards.
In view of the above, there is a strong need for adopting biotechnology to grow enough food for a growing population while using fewer resources. Also there is a need for government ministries and departments to create policies and reforms backed by science rather than disinformation and anti-science propaganda. The country should also establish a legal and regulatory environment that is conducive to investment and transfer of technology. Also, the country must take advantage of the latest technologies, in particular biotechnology, for the advancement of agriculture.
Khan Faraz
Peshawar
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