Pakistan Food Nutrition Summit 2019

June 19, 2019

Pak China Friendship Center Islamabad

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Event Program

1^stPakistan Food-Nutrition International Summit 2019

In conjunction with “9th Pak Pharma & Healthcare Expo”

10-11 July, 2019 at Pak China Friendship Center Islamabad-Pakistan

INAUGRAL SESSION Day 01 – July10, 2019 Pak China Friendship Center Islamabad
09:30-10:20	REGISTRATION, Welcome to Guests & Participants
10:30-10:40	Recitation of Holy Quran & Hadees E Mubarak
10:40-10:45	National Anthem
10:45-10:55	Welcome Address: Mr. Muhammad Aslam Shaheen (Chairman Summit) Chief Nutrition Panning Commission /SUN Pakistan Focal Person
10:55-11:05	Opening Address: Dr. M. Azeem Khan, Member Food Security & Climate Change, Planning Commission
11:05-11:10	Words of Summit: Prof. Dr. Rashid Aftab (Co-0rganizer of Summit) Director-Riphah Institute of Public Policy
11:10-11:15	Address by President of Summit: Prof. Dr. Masood Sadiq But President, Pakistan Society of Food Scientists & Technologists
11:15-11:20	Remarks by Mr. Ahmad Shafiq (CEO-COTHM Pakistan)
11:20-11:25	Remarks by Mr. Ateeq-ur-Rehman (Director General, Pakistan National Accreditation Council)
11:25-11:30	Remarks by Mr. Abdullah Hameed Gul (Director General, MEASAC Research International)
11:30-11:35	Remarks by Mr. Hamid Athar Malik (President, Alkhidmat Foundation, Islamabad)
11:35-11:40	Address by Patron of Summit: Hassan Muhammad Khan Chancellor-Riphah International University
11:40-11:55	Keynote Address: Food Safety & Way-forward for the Developing Countries Dr. Saul S. Morris (Director Programme Services Team, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition)
11:55-12:10	Address by Chief Guest: Ali Muhammad Khan, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Govt. of Pakistan.
12:10–12:15	Vote of Thanks: Mr. Rana Awais Khan (Principal Organizer Summit) President-National Alliance for Safe Food
12:15-12:30	Token of Appreciation, Group Photo
12:30-01:00	Poster Presentation &Networking

Tea Break & Prayer

Plenary Session

PANEL Discussion -01 (Meeting Room 205)

10^th July 2019

(02:00 pm -03:15 pm)

Title: Food &Nutrition Security, Policies & Strategies to Achieve SDG 02 Zero Hunger

Chair: Dr. Muhammad Azeem Khan, Member (Food Security & Climate Change), Planning Commission

Co-Chair: Prof. Dr. Masood Sadiq Butt (President, Pakistan Society of Food Scientists &Technologists)

Panel Moderator: Dr. Rashid Aftab, Director, Riphah Institute of Public Policy

Coordinator: Kashif Zaheer

Panelists

M. Aslam Shaheen, Chief Nutrition/SUN Focal Person, Ministry of Planning, Development & Reform
Mr. Javed Malik, Former Member (Food Security & Climate Change), Planning Commission
Dr. Waseem-ul-Hassan, Food Commissioner, Ministry of National Food Security and Research
Dr. Tausif Akhtar Janjua, Technical Director, Food Fortification Program, Pakistan
Dr. Amir Irshad, Programs Advisor, UN- Food & Agriculture Organization

Technical Session-I (Meeting Room 206)

10^th July, 2019 (02:00pm -03:25 pm)

Title: Pakistan Halal Standard and Importance of Certifications & Accreditation for Global Market

Chair: Mr. Ateeq-ur-Rehman (DG PNAC), Mr. Hamid K. Lateef (CEO TTI &Fahm ul Halal)

Co-Chair: Dr. Abdul Sattar Shah (Director Technical KPK Halal & Food Authority), Miss. Yasmin Khanam (Incharge Halal Division PSQCA), Mufti Muaz Ashraf (Director-Center for Halal Assurance)

Moderator: Dr. Ali Imran GCUF

Coordinator: Aman Ullah

Time	Title of Presentation & Speakers
02:00-02:10	Talk By Dr. Abdul Sattar Shah (KP Food Safety and Halal Food Authority)
02:10-02:20	Accreditation: A Tool To Access Global Market Mr. Azhar Iqbal (Project Director Halal Accreditation PNAC)
02:20-02:30	Talk By Mr. Hamid K. Lateef (CEO Tti Testing Laboratories & Faham-ul-Halal)
02:30-02:40	Role of PSQCA-Halaal Standardization in Food & Pharmaceuticals Yasmin Khanam (PSQCA)
02:40-02:50	Role of Fatwa in Halal Food Industry Mufti Uzair Usmani (Member Sharia Board Global Halal Advocacy GHA)
02:50-03:00	Critical Halal Issues in Pharmaceutical Industry Mufti Muhammad Muaz Ashraf (Director-Center for Halal Assurance)
03:00-03:10	Role of Academia & Research for in Halal Industry Mufti Hassan Ashraf Usmani(Center for Islamic Finance COMSATS University)
03:10-03:20	Talk By Mufti Yousaf Abdul Razzaq (CEO-SANHA PAKISTAN)
03:20-03:25	Discussion, Distribution of Souvenirs/Certificates

Technical Session-II (Meeting Room 207)

10^th July, 2019 (02:00 pm -03:30 pm)

Chair: Dr. Saul S. Morris (Head of Programme Services Team GAIN), Dr. Saeed Akhtar (IFSN, BZU)

Co-Chair: Dr. Imtiaz Hussain (UOP, Rawlakot) Dr. Anwar Ahmed (Arid University)

Moderator: Dr. Shinawar Waseem Ali (IAGS)

Coordinator: Modassar Ali Nawaz

Time	Title of Presentation & Speakers
02:00-02:10	Talk By Mr. Munawar Hussain (Food Fortification Programme)
02:10-02:20	Role of “Food Systems” in improving nutrition situation” Mr. Faiz Rasool (Head of Programs-Pakistan, GAIN)
02:20-02:30	Food Security in Pakistan: Problems and Future Prospects Dr. Sajjad Khan, Zulfiqar Ali, Khalid Khan, And Usama Hameed
02:30-02:40	Food and Nutritional Security By Using Indigenous Fruits Growing in Azad Jammu and Kashmir Dr. Imtiaz Hussain
02:40-02:50	Food Allergies Their Significance and Need of Recognition of Food Allergens as Safety Risk in Pakistan Food Law Sahar Shibli, Masooma Munir, Aqsa Qayyum
02:50-03:00	Implications of Nutritional Insecurity in Pakistan Malik Altaf Hussain, Sadia Zia
03:00-03:10	Food & Nutrition Security; New Concepts & Strategies Kainat Arshad
03:10-03:20	Food Security in Pakistan- A Review Shafeeqa Irfan, Shahid Mahmood, Alina Khalid
03:20-03:30	Discussion, Distribution of Souvenirs/Certificates

Special Session-01 (Conference Hall 204)

Mother and Child Nutrition: An Important but Neglected Aspect of Our Society

10^th July, 2019 (02:00 pm -03:00 pm)

Chair: Prof. Dr. Tahir Zahoor (DG NIFSAT)

Co-Chair: Dr. Umar Farooq (MNS-University of Agriculture), Dr. Shahid Mahmood (IFSN, UOS)

Moderator: Dr. Muhammad Rizwan (UOL)

Coordinator: Zain Shahid

A special Lecture by Dr. Hajra Ahmed (Chairperson Home & Health Sciences AIOU)

Lunch for Speakers and Registered Participants

Panel Discussion-02 (Meeting Room 205)

10^th July, 2019 (03:30 pm -05:00 pm)
Harmonization and Integration of Food Regulatory Framework

Chair: Prof. Dr. Masood Sadiq Butt (President-Pakistan Society of Food Scientists & Technologists)

Moderator: Rana Awais Khan (President-NAFS PAKISTAN) Coordinator: Kamran Saleem

Panelists

· Mr. Atteq-Ur-Rehman (Director General-Pakistan National Accreditation Council)
· Dr. Muhammad Nasir (Friesland Campina Engro, Secretary PSFST, Chair SUN Business Network)
· Dr. Abdul Sattar (Director Technical KP Food Safety and Halal Authority)
· Imtiaz Ali Abro (Director Operations Sindh Food Authority)
· Sagar Mahmood Khan (Head of QA METRO)
· Representative of PCSIR
· Representative of PSQCA
· Representative Punjab Food Authority,
· Representative of Pakistan Business Council

Technical Session-III (Meeting Room 206)

10^th July, 2019 (03:30 pm -05:30 pm)

Title: Food & Nutrition Research, Innovation & Commercialization

Chair: Prof. Dr. Asif Ahmad (Director IFNS Arid University) Dr. Mian Anjum Murtaza (Director IFSN UOS)

Co-Chair: Dr. Yasin (SSO NIFA Peshawar) Dr. Muhammad Liaqat (UOH)

Moderator: Dr. Rai Muhammad Amir Coordinator: Aman Ullah, Aqib Javed

Time	Title of Presentation & Speakers
	Key Note Talk by Mr. Rizwan Buttar Chief Innovation Office ZAUQ Group
03:30-03:40	Nutraceuticals Withania Coagulans Cookies Mainly for Diabetic Patients Dr. Sabiha Gul
03:40-03:50	Probiotics Protect Intestinal Microbial Dysbiosis and Subsequent Aero-Gastric Infections of Staphylococcus Aureus and Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Dr. Affhan Shoaib, Lu Xin, Yi Xin
03:50-04:00	Carry through Nutraceutical Effect of Bottle Gourd (LagenariaSiceraria) Powder (BGP) as A Fat Mimetic in Biscuits: It’s Influence On Antioxidant Profile, Bioactive Compound, Anti-Diabetic Potential and Quality Attributes. Syed Arsalan Ali, Syed Muhammad Ghufran Saeed, Rashida Ali, Syed Asad Saeed, Lubna Mobin
04:00-04:10	Comprehensive Identification and Evaluation of Selected Wheat Cultivars for Their Relationship to Pan Bread Quality Syed Muhammad Asim, Anwaar Ahmed, Rai Muhammad Amir, Muhammad Nadeem
04:10-04:20	Explorations of Nutraceutical Prospective of Lemon Balm against Hyperlipidemia Memoona Rashid, Nizwa Itrat
04:20-04:30	Obesity its Root Causes and Health Implications; An Emerging Inclination in Pakistan and Worldwide Muhammad Asif Khan, Allah Rakha, Muhammad Nadeem
04:30-04:40	Low Glycemic Index Diet vs. Ketogenic-Diet in Diabetes Management Ambeera Fauz
04:40-04:50	Trends in Replacement Solutions for Trans Fats Usman Mir Khan, ZelihaSelamoglu
04:50-05:00	Zinc Fortification: An Ultimate Dietary Solution for Zinc Deficient Adolescent Boys Ayesha Rafique, Shahid Mahmood, Muhammad Yousaf Quddoos
05:00-05:10	Effect of Cooking and Milling on Amino Acid Profile of Rice Muhammad Akhlaq, Shinawar Waseem Ali, Sohaib Afzaal
05:10-05:20	In-Vitro Study: Cholesterol Removal Ability of Probiotic (Lactobacilli) Muhammad Yousaf Quddoos, Shahid Mahmood, Syeda Mahvish Zahra
05:20-05:30	Food Industry Challenges, Opportunities & Solutions Talha Ahmad
05:30-05:35	Discussion, Distribution of Souvenirs/Certificates

Technical Session-IV (Meeting Room 207)

10^th July, 2019 (03:30 pm -05:45 pm)

Chair: Dr. Shahzad Hussain (King Saud University), Dr.Umar Farooq (MNS University Multan)

Co-Chair: Dr. Umar Farooq (UOL Islamabad Campus), Dr. Talat (SSO NIFA)

Moderator: Dr. Waseem Safdar (UOL)

Coordinator: Mahad Islam, Modassar Ali Nawaz

Time	Title of Presentation & Speakers
	Talk By Mr. Kaleem/Awais Ali Qarshi Research International
03:30-03:40	How to Tackle Metabolic Diseases Through Food and Nutrition: An Emerging Step Dr. Abdul Malik
03:40-03:50	High Pressure Processing – A Novel Food Processing Technology Dr. Hafiz Shahbaz
03:50-04:00	Healthy Lifestyle is the Key to Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases: Importance of Development Of Healthy Recipes Meena Iqbal Farooki, A. Basit
04:00-04:10	Successful Quest: Green Solution for Red Thief Anemia Syeda Mahvish Zahra, Sarfraz Hussain, Shahid Mahmood
04:10-04:20	Development and Comparative Analyses of Concoction (Ginger, Garlic, Lemon, Honey and Apple Cider Vinegar) With Commercial Product Muhammad Qamrosh Alam, Shahid Mahmood,
04:20-04:30	Composing of Biotic Biodegradable Gum Base by The Inclusion of Tragacanth Gum Having Easy Assimilation to Human Body Fatima Sami, Aiman Siddiqui, Rabia Hameed, Hareem Ayub, AbeerTaqua
04:30-04:40	Assessing The Knowledge of Students of University of Sargodha About Diabetes Muhammad Modassar Ali Nawaz Ranjha, Shahid Mahmood
04:40-04:50	Microbial based Single Cell Oils, their Optimal Production and Applications in Food Biotech Industries Zeeshan Nadeem
04:50-05:00	Health Benefits and Therapeutic Effects of Green Leafy Vegetables Muhammad Younis, Saeed Akhtar, Muhammad Khurram Afzal, Tariq Ismail, Tauseef Sultan, Hafiz Rehan Nadeem, Muhammad Asif
05:00-05:10	Health & Economic Benefits of Food Fortification Maria
05:10-05:20	Chia Seeds: A Promising Supplementation to Curb Malnutrition in Pakistan Muhammad Abdullah Bin Masood, Rai Muhammad Amir, Asif Ahmad, Anwaar Ahmed
05:20-05:30	Food Industry Challenges, Opportunities and Strategies Nida Qasim
05:30-05:40	Heavy Metals As Dairy Pollutants: A Rewive of Heavy Metals Contamination in Milk Through Feed and Water Sadaf Afzal, Sana Ullah
05:40-05:45	Discussion, Distribution of Souvenirs/Certificates

End of Day-1

Technical Session-V (Meeting Room 205)

11^th July, 2019 (10:00 am -11:45 am)

Chair: Dr. Asif Ahmad (Director IFNS, Arid University)

Co-Chair: Dr. Nazir Ahmad (GCU Faisalabad), Dr. Muhammad Rizwan (UOL)

Moderator: Mr. Tauseef Azam (IFNS, PMAS ARID)

Coordinator: Aman Ullah

Time	Title of Presentation & Speakers
10:00-10:10	Hypocholesterolemic Effect of Designer Yogurts Fortified with Omega Fatty Acids and Dietary Fibers in Hypercholesterolemic Subjects Nazir Ahmad, Saeed Ahmed, Hafsa Mughal
10:10-10:20	Polyphenols: The Scavengers Abeer Irfan
10:20-10:30	Un Recognized Anemia in Diabetic Patients ShahzadiUzma Khan
10:30-10:40	The Therapeutical Effects of Prunes: The Role of Rutin as An Anti HCV Huda Idrees
10:40-10:50	Effects of Improved Oral Health on Food Choices of Older Adults Taiyba Sultana
10:50-11:00	Camel Milk Derived Whey Powder is Effective against Various Biomarkers in Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats Hira Akram, Sanaullah Iqbal, Waqas Ahmed, Imtiaz Rabbani, Sajid Khan Tahir, Hasiba Munir
11:00-11:10	Barley as An Antidepressant MaleehaKhaleeq
11:10-11:20	Polyphenol Consumption and Metabolic Disease Nabia Malik
11:20-11:30	Caffeine as A Drug and Not Nutrient Dania Mughal
11:30-11:40	Comparison of Nutrition Status of Pakistan in Last 50 Years Iqra Tariq
11:40-11:50	Development of Iron Enriched Rice Flour Pasta to Address Nutritional Anemia in Experimental Subjects Marwa Ghulam Bari, Waqas Ahmed,
11:50-12:00	Discussion, Distribution of Souvenirs/Certificates

Special Session- 02 (Conference Hall 204)

Title: Food Safety & Nutrition; Cooking Perspectives

11t^h July, 2019 (10:00 am -11:00 am)

Resource Person:

Chef Raees (Executive Chef AJMAN Saray Caption National Culinary Team Pakistan)

Moderator: Dr. Waseem Safdar (UOL)

Coordinator: Mr. Hanif Akhtar (COTHM Islamabad)

Participants: Restaurants Professionals, Hospitality Industrialists and Students

Technical Session-VI (Meeting Room 206)

11^th July, 2019 (12:00 pm -01:45 pm)

Chair: Dr. Omer Mukhtar Tarar (PCSIR Karachi)

Co-Chair: Dr. Umar Farooq (UOL), Dr. Rai Amir (PMAS ARID)

Moderator: Dr. Muhammad Rizwan (UOL)

Coordinator: Daud Suleman

Time	Title of Presentation & Speakers
12:00-12:10	Advancement in uses of Probiotics in Food for Disease Management Sundus Javed
12:10-12:20	Protein Hydrolysates as A Bitterness Inhibitor MenahilNaem Khan
12:20-12:30	Garlic as Bioceuticals ManahilMuqadasKiyani
12:30-12:40	Chocolate and its Associated Health Benefits Ayat Tahir
12:40-12:50	SDG, Zero Hunger, Where is Pakistan Standing? Muniba Tariq
12:50-01:00	Biochemical Characteristics of Milk Protein Derived Bioactive Peptides: Utilization Food and Pharmaceuticals Maryam Alam
01:00-01:10	Nonnutritive Sweeteners: Health Perspective Aimen Hadayat
01:10-01:20	Cytopenia Umm e Laila
01:20-01:30	Nutritional Status of Adolescent Girls in Public Sector Schools of Rawalpindi Hina Zulfiqar
01:30-01:40	Gestational Diabetes Hafsa Iftekhar
01:40-01:45	Discussion, Distribution of Souvenirs/Certificates

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Event Report

Overview of the Event

The 1st Pakistan Food-Nutrition International Summit, held in conjunction with the 9th Pak Pharma & Healthcare Expo, took place on July 10-11, 2019, at the Pak China Friendship Center, Islamabad. The summit brought together leading experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to discuss pressing issues in food security, nutrition, and halal standards. The event featured a series of sessions, panel discussions, and technical presentations aimed at addressing challenges and promoting advancements in the food and nutrition sectors.

Session Details

Inaugural Session The summit commenced with a formal registration and welcome of guests and participants. The session included recitations, the national anthem, and a series of addresses by key figures including Mr. Muhammad Aslam Shaheen, Dr. M. Azeem Khan, Prof. Dr. Rashid Aftab, Prof. Dr. Masood Sadiq Butt, and others. The keynote address by Dr. Saul S. Morris, Director of Programme Services Team at Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, highlighted the importance of food safety and the way forward for developing countries. The Chief Guest, Ali Muhammad Khan, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Pakistan, delivered a significant address. The session concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Rana Awais Khan, Principal Organizer of the Summit, and a group photo session.

Plenary Session The first panel discussion focused on “Food & Nutrition Security, Policies & Strategies to Achieve SDG 02 Zero Hunger.” Chaired by Dr. Muhammad Azeem Khan, with contributions from panelists including M. Aslam Shaheen, Mr. Javed Malik, Dr. Waseem-ul-Hassan, Dr. Tausif Akhtar Janjua, and Dr. Amir Irshad, the discussion explored strategies and policies necessary to address food security challenges and achieve sustainable development goals.

Technical Session I The session on “Pakistan Halal Standard and Importance of Certifications & Accreditation for Global Market” was chaired by Mr. Ateeq-ur-Rehman and Mr. Hamid K. Lateef. Presentations included discussions on halal standards, accreditation, and the role of various organizations in ensuring compliance and market access.

Technical Session II Focusing on “Food Security and Nutrition Innovations,” this session featured presentations on topics such as food fortification, indigenous fruits, food allergies, and new concepts in food security. The session aimed to address current issues and explore innovative solutions to enhance food security and nutrition in Pakistan.

Special Session I The special session on “Mother and Child Nutrition” emphasized the importance of addressing nutritional needs in these critical demographics. Dr. Hajra Ahmed delivered a special lecture highlighting the often-neglected aspect of mother and child nutrition.

Panel Discussion II The second panel discussion revolved around the “Harmonization and Integration of Food Regulatory Framework.” Chaired by Prof. Dr. Masood Sadiq Butt, the discussion included insights from various experts on the need for a cohesive regulatory framework to ensure food safety and quality.

Technical Sessions III & IV These sessions covered a range of topics including food and nutrition research, innovation, and commercialization. Presentations addressed issues such as nutraceuticals, food fortification, and challenges in the food industry. The sessions aimed to present new research findings and discuss practical applications in the food sector.

Special Session II “Food Safety & Nutrition; Cooking Perspectives” featured Chef Raees, who provided insights into the intersection of food safety, nutrition, and cooking practices.

Technical Session VI The final technical session addressed advancements in probiotics, protein hydrolysates, and other nutritional topics. The session highlighted research on the health benefits of various food components and their implications for disease management and nutrition.

Summary

The summit successfully brought together a diverse group of stakeholders to discuss and address critical issues in food security, nutrition, and halal standards. The sessions provided valuable insights into current challenges and future directions, with a strong emphasis on research, innovation, and policy development.

Conclusion

The 1st Pakistan Food-Nutrition International Summit 2019 was a significant event that highlighted the importance of addressing food and nutrition challenges through collaboration and innovation. The discussions and presentations provided a comprehensive overview of the current state of the food and nutrition sectors in Pakistan and identified key areas for improvement and development.

Way Forward

To build on the success of the summit, it is essential to continue fostering collaboration among stakeholders, advancing research and innovation, and implementing effective policies and strategies. Future events should focus on actionable outcomes and follow-up on the discussions and recommendations presented during the summit.