Mango Diplomacy Campaign Begins From July 2
Pakistan is launching a new round of mango diplomacy this month.
The federal government will send nearly 34.5 tonnes of premium mangoes to 76 countries. The campaign is part of the “Prime Minister Mango Diplomacy 2026” initiative.
According to reports, the shipments will begin from July 2. A total of 34,480 kilograms of mangoes will be dispatched abroad.
The fruit will be packed in 6,896 boxes. Each box will carry five kilograms of mangoes.
Officials said the mangoes are being sent as diplomatic gifts. The boxes will be marked as having “No Commercial Value.”
The gifts are meant for heads of state, governments, and other senior dignitaries.
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, China, and Britain Among Main Recipients
Saudi Arabia will receive the largest share of mangoes.
The kingdom has been allocated 3,500 kilograms. Türkiye will receive 2,250 kilograms.
Britain and China will each receive 2,000 kilograms. Qatar and the United Arab Emirates will receive 1,500 kilograms each.
Other recipient countries include Bahrain, the United States, Kuwait, Oman, Iran, and Kazakhstan.
The logistics are being coordinated by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan. Plant protection officials, customs authorities, airport teams, and anti-narcotics agencies are also involved in the process.
A Khanewal-based exporter, MG Agri Foods, is supplying the mangoes. Al Raaziq International is handling the freight arrangements.
Pakistan Uses Mangoes to Build Goodwill Abroad
Pakistan has used mango diplomacy for many years.
The fruit is often called the “king of fruits” and remains one of the country’s most famous agricultural exports.
Successive governments have used mangoes as a soft diplomatic tool. The aim is to build goodwill, strengthen foreign relations, and promote Pakistan’s agriculture sector.
The practice also helps introduce Pakistani mangoes to global markets.
Pakistan is among the world’s leading mango producers. It frequently ranks among the top mango-producing countries globally.
However, the campaign has sometimes faced criticism at home. Some citizens question such gestures during periods of economic pressure.
Despite this, officials see mango diplomacy as a low-cost way to project a positive image of Pakistan abroad.
The 2026 campaign highlights the government’s effort to combine cultural identity, agriculture, and diplomacy in one seasonal outreach initiative.
