ISLAMABAD : According to Syed Zafar Ali Shah, a prominent official in Pakistan’s ministry of planning, development, and special initiatives, CPEC will assist Pakistan overcome its growing food security crisis by bringing modern farming to boost the country’s produce through agricultural cooperation. He also stated that Pakistan has recognized food security as a critical component of national security, and that agribusiness is being pushed through increased investments in the agriculture sector, which will be bolstered within the CPEC framework.