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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Pakistan, China reaffirm anti-terror cooperation in joint statement
BEIJING: Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation against terrorism and enhancing strategic coordination following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to China from May 23 to 26. A joint statement issued after the visit highlighted agreements reached during meetings between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Chinese […]
Federal government cuts tariffs at Gwadar port to boost transit trade
The federal government on Monday announced a significant reduction in tariffs at Gwadar Port as part of efforts to strengthen its position as a regional transit and transshipment hub and attract greater international shipping traffic. Read More: GPA plans 20 MW for Gwadar Port, both free zones According to Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar […]
Pakistan opens new transit routes for Iran trade
Pakistan has introduced a new framework allowing the transit of third-country goods to Iran through its territory, marking a significant step toward enhancing regional trade connectivity. Read More: Iranian envoy calls Pakistan trusted mediator The initiative, titled the “Transit of Goods through Territory of Pakistan Order 2026,” was notified by the Ministry of Commerce and has come into […]
China urges deeper cooperation with Pakistan on 75th diplomatic anniversary
KARACHI: Chinese Consul General in Karachi, Yang Yundong, said China remains committed to sharing the benefits of its progress with all countries, including Pakistan, and called for strengthened bilateral cooperation in 2026, the year marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Read More: BOI minister meets Chinese delegation to advance cooperation Speaking at a Chinese […]
Govt moves to ease Port Qasim congestion
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Maritime Affairs has initiated urgent measures to resolve congestion at Port Qasim, where sluggish sugar unloading has disrupted overall port operations and delayed cement and clinker exports. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry chaired a high-level meeting to review the situation and its impact on export activities. Officials […]
Pakistan entering second phase of CPEC with focus
ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that Pakistan is entering the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), emphasizing that greater regional connectivity will usher in a new era of economic growth and trade opportunities. Addressing the closing session of the Regional Transport Ministers’ Conference in Islamabad, the premier welcomed all […]
Gwadar port to go solar: Boosting efficiency and cutting costs
The government plans to power Gwadar Port using solar energy to improve its efficiency. Maritime Affairs Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced this initiative on Wednesday. The move aims to reduce reliance on external energy sources and make the port self-sufficient. A special sub-committee has been formed to plan and implement solar power systems. It […]
China, Pakistan join hands to boost investment at Gwadar port
The Gwadar Port Authority and China’s Xinning Enterprise have signed an agreement to boost investments at Gwadar Port. This new partnership aims to turn Gwadar into a major trade and industrial hub. The agreement includes plans to develop the port, improve existing facilities, and start new industrial projects. Officials hope this will unlock Gwadar’s full […]
Gwadar port to unlock $850M export boom
Gwadar Port holds the potential to generate over $850 million annually through value-added seafood and date exports, Maritime Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said Friday. The minister made these remarks during a high-level meeting focused on operationalising the port, according to a statement from the Ministry of Maritime Affairs. Gwadar Port, located strategically near the […]