HYDERABAD: The expanding footprint of Chinese agricultural technology and academic partnership in Sindh was under spotlight on Monday, as experts warned that technology transfer remains pivotal to securing the province’s future food security amidst escalating climate challenges.

A special ceremony marking 75 years of bilateral ties between Pakistan and China was held at Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam, focusing heavily on modernising farming systems, joint scientific innovation, and collaborative student training programmes.

SAU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Altaf Ali Siyal revealed that the university has formalised its commitment to modernisation by signing several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading Chinese varsities. Under these agreements, a new student capacity-building programme will send local scholars and professionals to China for advanced technical training.

“Collaboration in higher education, scientific research and modern agricultural technologies will significantly contribute to sustainable development, innovation and economic prosperity,” Dr Siyal stated.

He added that the joint ventures would introduce advanced research methodologies to Sindh, allowing technology transfer to directly support rural communities and modernise outdated farming systems.

Published in Dawn, May 26th, 2026