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Pakistan to strengthen maritime sector for national growth, boost exports

Source: Xinhua | 2025-04-08 | Editor:Jennifer

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the country has been taking measures to strengthen the maritime sector to promote national growth and boost exports.

"Pakistan has been blessed with a long coastline and vast maritime resources. With the right reforms, we can unlock immense economic potential and bring our ports to global competitive standards," the prime minister said while chairing a high-level meeting on Monday.

He said that comprehensive efforts are underway to transform Pakistan's port infrastructure, streamline customs operations, and strengthen the country's maritime economy for long-term national benefit.

He said that unifying regulations and a national dredging plan are being devised to serve ports across the country, adding that modernization of the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation and inclusion of the private sector through public-private partnerships are also being focused upon to promote the maritime sector.

The prime minister also highlighted the need to accelerate installation of modern scanning systems at all ports, and expedite customs clearance procedures, particularly in red and yellow channels.

"Maritime resources are crucial to global trade and Pakistan's economic future... timely action is essential to remain competitive in an evolving international market," he added. 

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