Pakistan, July 19 -- Chinese agritech companies are looking to partner with Pakistan to help tackle key agricultural challenges in the South Asian country, offering solutions for water scarcity and the rehabilitation of saline land.

At the ongoing third China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), Chinese firms presented technologies they believe are well-suited for Pakistan's environment and could provide a boost to local farmers and the national food supply chain, China Economic Net (CEN) reported on Friday. A company named Xiaoma IoT is introducing smart agriculture solutions aimed at conserving water and fertiliser, and boosting productivity.

The company has secured its first Pakistani client earlier this year with a $50,000 order...