In a significant victory for Pakistan, a New Zealand court has rejected India’s appeal in the long-standing basmati trademark dispute, upholding Pakistan’s rights to export its premium basmati rice under its own name.
Legal experts say the ruling reinforces Pakistan’s position in the global basmati market and protects the country’s agricultural exports from potential misbranding. The decision is expected to boost Pakistan’s rice industry, which contributes substantially to the national economy.
Officials from Pakistan’s trade and agriculture sectors welcomed the verdict, calling it a milestone achievement for local farmers and exporters. The ruling also sets a precedent for other countries seeking to safeguard indigenous products in international markets.
This win comes after years of legal proceedings, marking a major triumph for Pakistan’s food and trade diplomacy.
