Govt to divert 50% of public sector imports to Gwadar Port

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to redirect fifty percent of public sector imports to Gwadar Port with the assistance of the Special Investment Facilitation Council.

Following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to China, it was resolved that the Ministry of Maritime Affairs would present a proposal to the cabinet regarding handling imports through Gwadar.Violent Mob Assaults Security Forces in Gwadar; One Soldier Martyred and Sixteen Injured.ISPR

Gwadar Port is a vital part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), offering a crucial trade route connecting China, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.

Currently, the port can accommodate two large vessels, and by 2045, it is projected to handle up to one hundred and fifty ships. The expansion of the port is expected to generate job opportunities, enhance regional connectivity, and attract foreign investment.