President Mamnoon Hussain has said that the government was committed to development and progress of Balochistan and it would leave no stone unturned to bring it at par with other provinces.
During a meeting with Balochistan Governor Muhammad Khan Achakzai at the Presidency here on Friday, the president said that completion of mega development projects, particularly China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) would play a significant role in development of Balochistan and usher in prosperity of the province.
The governor briefed the president about the overall situation in the province and efforts and measures being taken to restore peace and stability there.
President Mamnoon said that construction of Gwadar Port and airport coupled with the CPEC would create immense employment opportunities for the people of Balochistan and raise their standard of living. The governor also apprised the president with the progress of the various projects in his province.