Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry Assumes Charge as Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs with a Vision for Progress
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has officially assumed office, expressing his commitment to improving Pakistan’s maritime sector. He aims to modernize Karachi Port Trust (KPT), Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC), Port Qasim Authority (PQA), and Gwadar Port Authority (GPA) to boost efficiency and competitiveness. The minister plans to attract investment and strengthen global partnerships to establish Pakistan as a key regional shipping hub. He emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability, ensuring that all institutions follow merit-based policies and adopt modern technology for better operations. He also announced a zero-tolerance policy against corruption and vowed to take strict action against inefficiency. Highlighting the sector’s role in economic growth, he pledged to upgrade ports, expand trade opportunities, and provide world-class facilities. With a strong vision and strategic reforms, he aims to position Pakistan’s ports as major trade centers in the region and beyond.
