Pakistan and Iran are considering a ferry service to improve trade and religious tourism. The initiative would offer a low-cost travel option for both pilgrims and traders. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry proposed the idea during talks with Iran’s Minister for Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh in Islamabad. The plan […]
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry
Karachi port fees slashed 50 percent to boost trade and sustainability
ISLAMABAD – The federal government has announced a major 50% reduction in port charges at Karachi Port to improve trade efficiency and promote environmentally friendly practices in maritime logistics. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry shared the update on Saturday, stating that the move is part of a broader plan to decarbonise […]
Govt launches Rs3bn aquaculture park in Karachi to boost exports
ISLAMABAD – The government has announced a Rs3 billion aquaculture park at Korangi Fish Harbour in Karachi to strengthen the country’s blue economy and promote sustainable marine development. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry revealed this during a high-level meeting attended by officials from the Marine Fisheries Department, Gwadar Port Authority, and […]
Karachi set to drive Pakistan’s Rs3bn aquaculture revolution
The federal government has unveiled a major initiative to develop a Rs3 billion aquaculture park at Korangi Fish Harbour in Karachi, aiming to bolster Pakistan’s blue economy and seafood exports. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced the project during a high-level meeting with officials from maritime and fisheries departments. The 120-acre […]
Pakistan accelerates $1 billion port investment to boost maritime trade and modernise infrastructure
The government of Pakistan is fast-tracking a $1 billion investment deal with Hutchison Port Holdings Limited to upgrade key port facilities. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced the plan to modernise Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT) and South Asia Pakistan Terminals Limited (SAPT). At a recent event hosted by Pakistan […]