Pakistan and Bangladesh are exploring the launch of a ferry service and a direct shipping line to strengthen trade and tourism, signaling renewed efforts to enhance economic ties between the neighboring countries. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry met Bangladesh’s High Commissioner Iqbal Hussain Khan in Islamabad to discuss maritime cooperation and ways […]
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Gwadar-Oman ferry approved to boost trade and travel
ISLAMABAD – The federal cabinet has approved a passenger and cargo ferry service between Gwadar, Pakistan, and Oman, announced Federal Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. Both countries will soon sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize the service. An Omani delegation is expected to visit Pakistan to finalize arrangements. The initiative follows a high-level […]
Pakistan, Iran agree to boost maritime, road and rail connectivity
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran have agreed to enhance cooperation in the blue economy by expanding maritime, road, and rail connectivity to strengthen regional trade and foster closer people-to-people relations. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Iran’s Minister for Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh. […]
Pakistan, Türkiye team up for shipbuilding and ferry service
Pakistan and Türkiye discussed new opportunities in maritime cooperation on Thursday. The talks focused on joint ventures in shipbuilding and a possible ferry service. Both countries aim to strengthen economic ties and enhance regional connectivity through sustainable initiatives. Officials emphasized that these collaborations could benefit both nations’ blue economy sectors. Federal Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar […]
CNS visits US to bolster maritime cooperation
Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, visited United States of America as part of ongoing efforts to further strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation and defence engagements. During the visit, the Naval Chief called on US Deputy Chief of Naval Operations, Vice Admiral Yvette Davids, and Acting Vice Commandant of the US Coast Guard, Vice […]