Islamabad: Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, has unveiled a long-term vision to develop the Port Industrial Complex under a comprehensive master plan for Port Qasim. He was chairing a meeting about the outlining of the Port Industrial Complex vision in Islamabad today. The Minister emphasized placing strong emphasis on climate resilience and strict environmental compliance while materializing the plan.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Port Qasim climate-resilient industrial hub could generate tens of billions of dollars in economic impact over the next two decades. This development aims to strengthen Pakistan's industrial base, boost exports, create hundreds of thousands of jobs, and position the country as a competitive regional trade and industrial center. Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry stated that the master plan spans a total area of more than fourteen thousand five hundred acres, structured to ensure balanced industrial development, efficient port operations, and sustainable land use over five decades.

He further explained that the industrial complex of Port Qasim has been divided into three zones: the North Western Zone, the Eastern Zone, and the South Western Zone. Highlighting operational capacity, the Minister noted that Port Qasim currently hosts 833 operational units, reflecting strong industrial uptake and sustained investor interest. In addition, 40 units are under construction, signaling continued expansion and confidence in the port's future prospects.

The Minister reiterated the government's focus on improving the ease of doing business, streamlining approvals, and enhancing infrastructure to support further industrial activity. Junaid Anwar Chaudhry expressed a vision to position Port Qasim as a regional hub that meets international standards and contributes meaningfully to Pakistan's economic transformation.