MNFS and R ensure maximum financing for anti-locusts operation.

Islamabad -- Ministry of National Food Security and Research(MNFS and R) is ensuring maximum financing for anti-locusts operation. For this purpose World Bank (WB) has promised USD 200 mn and ADB USD 150 mn.

The promised WB finance will be considered under Locusts Emergency and Food Security Project (LEAFS).The concept note has been approved by Economic Affairs Division (EAD).

The PC I has also been prepared and will be submitted in upcoming meeting of CDWP.LEAFS is the first federal agricultural project financed by the World Bank in Pakistan. This is a direct response to the consensus that MNFS and R's policy function and coordination role across provinces should be significantly strengthened. MNFS and R is responsible for overall...