PM Shehbaz directs 50% of public sector cargo to be routed through Gwadar port

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed that half of all public sector cargo be transported via sea through Gwadar port, aiming to bolster the strategic importance of the port and enhance its operational capacity.

The directive was issued during a review meeting in Islamabad focused on Chinese investment in Pakistan. The prime minister was briefed on the recent visit of a delegation of Chinese experts, which took place from July 30 to August 6, as reported by Radio Pakistan.

During their visit, the Chinese delegation engaged with representatives from various Pakistani ministries, discussing avenues for increased cooperation across multiple sectors.