Pakistan, Oct. 23 -- ISLAMABAD - The Pakistan government is reportedly considering a temporary ban on meat and poultry exports to stabilize local prices and ensure affordability for consumers, ARY News reported on Thursday, citing sources.

Officials from the Ministry of Production said the move is aimed at mitigating the impact of recent floods, which have severely affected the agriculture and livestock sectors, leading to reduced production and sharp price increases in the domestic market.

Currently, mutton is being sold between Rs2,500 and Rs3,000 per kilogram, well above the official rate of Rs1,600, while beef is priced at Rs800 per kilogram. Poultry prices have also risen, though exports to Middle Eastern countries continue.

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