Pakistan unveils plans for maritime investment conference

October 08, 2025 (MLN):  The government has shared plans to host the Pakistan Maritime Investment Conference 2025, aimed at showcasing a diverse range of investment opportunities in the country’s maritime sector.

Chairing a high-level meeting, Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said the event will offer both micro and macro investment prospects to domestic and international investors across all ports and affiliated departments.

The minister emphasized that the initiative seeks to attract sustainable investments to strengthen Pakistan’s blue economy and maritime infrastructure.

Key decisions regarding the date, venue, and thematic focus of the first-ever maritime investment conference were decided, which will serve as a strategic platform to position Pakistan as a regional hub for maritime investment and innovation.

The discussions also identified potential investment areas including port infrastructure, fisheries, marine transport, shipbuilding and coastal tourism, aligning with national goals of economic diversification and sustainable development.

A major highlight of the session was the proposal for a comprehensive media and branding campaign to promote the event globally and attract participation from investors, financial institutions, and development partners.

The minister further directed officials to prepare standardized templates for investment proposals and project submissions to streamline the evaluation and approval process for new ventures in the sector.

Junaid Chaudhry reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fostering public-private partnerships, expressing confidence that the forum will mark a significant milestone in advancing Pakistan’s maritime and blue economy ambitions.

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