Karachi: Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, has announced the establishment of the Maritime Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) to promote the blue economy and enhance environmental sustainability across the maritime sector. Speaking at the Pakistan Business Council Forum in Karachi, he highlighted the urgent need for aligning maritime development with sustainability goals, especially considering the growing climate-related challenges in the Global South.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Minister stated that the Maritime Chamber of Commerce and Industry will provide a specialized institutional framework designed to unify voices across the maritime spectrum. This includes sectors such as ports, shipping, logistics, fisheries, and marine services.

He further explained that the chamber’s role will not only be to support investment and innovation within the maritime sector but also to prioritize sustainability at ports. This includes promoting green technologies and fostering carbon reduction strategies to ensure a more environmentally friendly approach to maritime operations.