Saudi Arabia has shown strong interest in investing in Pakistan’s maritime sector, including key strategic areas such as Gwadar Port. Officials confirmed that discussions are underway to explore new opportunities in ports, shipping, logistics and the broader blue economy. Moreover, an online meeting was held between the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs and the Pakistan-Saudi […]
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Ziarat Hassan Shah Island to become eco-tourism hub
KARACHI: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Wednesday announced plans to develop Ziarat Pir Hassan Shah Island, located near Karachi, into an eco-tourism hub. Read More: Punjab expands tourist services with new civic initiatives The minister said the project would introduce a comprehensive eco-friendly tourism initiative, combining sports, lifestyle, and recreational facilities. “A comprehensive […]
Govt opens fast-track licences for ferry services
Maritime Affairs Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced on Wednesday that licences for long-delayed ferry services are now being issued within seven days. Speaking to members of the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) in Karachi, he said Iran and Yemen had expressed interest in launching ferry operations from Pakistan. Read More: Pakistan approves first […]
Punjab launches largest blue economy project with shrimp estates
Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the establishment of shrimp estates spread over 5,600 acres in Sargodha and Alipur as part of a major initiative to promote the Blue Economy and aquaculture in the province. According to official sources, initial development work in Sargodha has been completed on 20 acres, where nine shrimp […]
Blue economy termed key to Pakistan’s sustainable growth
Federal Minister for Planning, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, emphasized on Friday that the blue economy holds immense potential to drive sustainable economic development in Pakistan, urging the full utilization of the country’s extensive coastline and maritime resources. Speaking at a high-level meeting on the ‘Blue Economy,’ the minister highlighted Pakistan’s over 1,000 kilometers of coastline and […]
Pakistan plan new deep-sea ports under ‘Hundred Years Vision’
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has formed a 12-member multi-agency committee to identify potential sites for the establishment of new deep-sea ports along Pakistan’s coastline, marking a major step toward long-term maritime expansion under the government’s “Hundred Years Vision 2047–2147.” Announcing the decision on Thursday, the minister said the initiative […]
PIMEC 2025 concludes with $274m deals
ISLAMABAD: The four-day Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference (PIMEC) 2025 concluded on Thursday, with 83 agreements worth Rs76 billion ($273.6 million) signed between local and international exhibitors, the Pakistan Navy said. The second edition of PIMEC ran from November 3–6, featuring 178 exhibitors, including 28 international firms and 150 local organizations, showcasing innovations, technologies, […]
Pakistan launches $100bn maritime uplift plan to expand fleet, ports, blue economy
Pakistan is implementing a $100 billion maritime development plan aimed at expanding its national shipping fleet, building new ship repair and recycling facilities, overhauling fisheries and upgrading maritime education, Maritime Affairs Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said on Thursday. Pakistan has a 1,046-km coastline along a major global trade route, but its maritime economy has […]
Pakistan’s maritime exhibition highlights local defence innovations
KARACHI – The second Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference (PIMEC-2025) continued for a third day on Wednesday at the Expo Centre, showcasing Pakistan’s growing prowess in maritime technology and defence innovation. Jointly organized by the Pakistan Navy and the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, the event drew strong participation from both national and international organizations. […]
Blue economy can unlock $100bn potential for Pakistan, says Aurangzeb
Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called the blue economy a “game changer” for Pakistan’s growth. He said the maritime sector could generate $100 billion by 2047 if developed strategically. Speaking virtually at the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference in Karachi, he stressed the need for policy continuity. He noted that the maritime sector […]