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GWADAR, (MANEND NEWS): Prime Minister Imran Khan says
development of Balochistan is one of the top priorities of the
government which was neglected in the past.
Addressing a ceremony in Gwadar on Monday, PM Imran Khan said
several projects under China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) will
bring development and prosperity to the province.
He said Pakistan is poised to become a great regional pivot as it had
been a role model for development in 60s. The Prime Minister said
practical work on development projects has begun in Gwadar to uplift
the living standard of the local people.
He said these projects are being established by utilizing 2,200 acres of
land and the government is initiating one-window operation facility at
Gwadar to facilitate foreign investors in these projects. He said that
after completion of the International Airport, Gwadar will directly
connect with the world.
The Prime Minister said that we have to focus on enhancing exports,
which is vital for Pakistan’s economic sovereignty.
He said that issue of water, electricity and gas to Gwadar will be
addressed on priority basis. He said 500-bed hospital will provide
modern health facilities to the locals.
Imran Khan said connectivity is imperative for the development of
Balochistan and 730 billion rupees will be spent on infrastructure for
this purpose. He said that Gwadar will become focal point for Pakistan
and will be beneficial for the people of the Balochistan.
Imran Khan said the government has initiated several mega projects
for the welfare of the common people, including Ehsaas Program and
Housing Scheme for low-income segments. He said we should also get
benefit of the geographical importance and Chinese experience.
Referring to Pakistan’s efforts to establish peace in Afghanistan, the
Prime Minister said that Islamabad is playing its due role for a
successful peace talks in Afghanistan by engaging regional countries
and all stakeholders. He said peace in Afghanistan is vital for a stable
and prosperous Pakistan and we are also trying to contact with Taliban
for this purpose.
Meanwhile Prime Minister Imran Khan in Gwadar on Monday
inaugurated Gwadar Free Zone, Expo Center, Agriculture Industrial
Park and three factories.
The Prime Minister also witnessed signing of various MOUs aimed at
constructing a state of the art hospital, airport, and a vocational
institute as well as addressing the water and power problems of
Gwadar. It is pertinent to mention that these projects will be
established on 2,200 acres of land.