ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company (PHDEC) has facilitated the registration of seven additional mango processing and Hot Water Treatment (HWT) facilities with China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC), strengthening Pakistan’s mango export sector.
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As a result, the total number of GACC-approved Pakistani mango facilities has increased from 25 to 32. Notably, this marks the first expansion since 2015, when China approved 25 facilities.
Export capacity receives major boost
PHDEC achieved the registrations through close coordination with the Department of Plant Protection (DPP) and the Pakistan Trade Mission in Beijing. Moreover, the company maintained continuous engagement with Chinese authorities and addressed technical and procedural requirements to secure the approvals.
The newly registered facilities are located in South Punjab and Karachi. Consequently, exporters will gain greater capacity to serve the Chinese market during the current mango season.
Quality improvement efforts continue
Meanwhile, PHDEC has continued its Mango Bagging Initiative, which it launched in 2023. The project aims to improve fruit quality by protecting mangoes from pests, dust, and environmental damage.
Furthermore, growers have expanded the use of mango bags to around 10 million across major mango-producing regions. The initiative has helped improve the appearance and quality of export-grade mangoes, especially for premium markets such as China.
Opportunities in the Chinese market
Pakistan is known worldwide for premium mango varieties, including Sindhri, Chaunsa, Anwar Ratol, Langra, and White Chaunsa. At the same time, China remains one of the world’s largest fruit-importing markets, creating significant opportunities for Pakistani exporters.
The development comes as Pakistan’s mango export season began on June 1, 2026. Therefore, the additional approvals are expected to support export growth and market diversification efforts.
Supporting horticulture growth
PHDEC said the registration of new facilities, combined with ongoing quality enhancement initiatives, will create fresh opportunities for growers, processors, and exporters.
In addition, the company believes these measures will increase foreign exchange earnings and contribute to the sustainable growth of Pakistan’s horticulture sector.
