Ahsan Iqbal urges ministries to finalize connectivity plans with Central Asia

August 07, 2024 (MLN): Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal has directed the concerned ministries to expedite the finalization of the connectivity plans to enhance regional cooperation and economic integration with Central Asia.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Planning, members of the Planning Commission, and senior officials from the Ministry of Communications and the Ministry of Railways.

During the meeting, officials from the Ministry of Railways and the Ministry of Communications presented their strategic connectivity plans. Minister Ahsan Iqbal underscored the importance of establishing a comprehensive roadmap for collaboration with Central Asian states.

Minister Ahsan Iqbal said “Pakistan is located at a strategic location & can become a hub of regional connectivity following multi-model transparent strategy. We must provide efficient and reliable trade corridors for taking full advantage of our location”.

Ahsan Iqbal stressed that all proposals should be feasible and thoroughly prepared.

“We need to ensure that our proposals are actionable and ready for implementation”, he added.

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