Whale’s carcass found on Gwadar coast
The carcass of a 24-meter Bryde’s whale was found off the western coast of Gwadar on Wednesday, according to a TV channel’s report. The report quoted an environment official as saying that…
CPEC, Gwadar’s development to create opportunities for Balochistan: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that the construction of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the process of development in Gwadar would create numerous socio-economic opportunities for the people of Balochistan.…
Rare fish discovered in Gwadar sold for more than Rs1m
PISHKAN: A rare fish, locally known as kir (sowa), found near Balochistan’s Gwadar area has been sold for around Rs1.4 million. It was caught two days ago by a local fisherman. As…
Balochistan to not give ownership rights of Gwadar’s land to private conglomerates
Balochistan government has decided not to give ownership rights of Gwadar’s land to the private companies, rather it would be leased out. This was stated by Balochistan Chief Minister (CM) Jam Kamal…
Sanjrani proposes visa-free regime in Asia
–Asian Parliamentary Assembly Standing Committee on Political Affairs adopts ‘Gwadar Statement’ –Moot stresses on working for regional peace, development, prosperity GWADAR: Acting President and Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani on Monday proposed a visa-free…
APA conference to be held in Gwadar on Monday
GWADAR: The three-day conference of Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) Standing Committee on Political Affairs and Special Committee on Creation of Asian Parliament will commence in Gwadar from Monday as international delegates arrived…
MPs from 26 nations to meet in Gwadar from Oct 29 to 31
ISLAMABAD: In a conference organised and hosted by the Senate of Pakistan, around 100 parliamentarians from 26 countries this week are expected to meet in Gwadar to discuss possibilities for making the…
26 countries to converse on political, economic affairs in Gwadar
A three-day meeting of the Committee on Political Affairs of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) will be held in Gwadar next week in which parliament members from 26 countries shall participate and…
Fishermen hold rally in Gwadar to protect livelihood: report
A large procession was carried out from Gwadar to press the government in order to protect their rights while constructing the Gwadar East-bay expressway. According to a local media report, the construction…
Saudi delegation briefed on development projects during Gwadar visit
–Petroleum minister confirms Pakistan’s plan to take oil from Saudi Arabia on credit for five years –Info minister says Saudi Arabia has shown keen interest in investing in energy, petroleum sectors ISLAMABAD: A…
Saudi Arab to invest in mega oil city in Gwadar: report
Pakistan is expected to receive an economic package worth $8 billion from Saudi Arabia which includes investment in the port city of Gwadar under CPEC, a local news outlet reported on Thursday.…
Admiral Abbasi discusses bilateral relations with US congresswoman Sheila Jackson
—Naval chief says deterrence will be ensured against India’s sea-based nuclear weapons WASHINGTON: Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi held a meeting with United States’ (US) Congresswoman Sheila Jackson and discussed…
PM briefed about projects under CPEC
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday chaired a briefing on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) at the PM Office. Minister for Planning Makhdoom Khusro Bakhtiar, Secretary Planning Zafar Hasan, Secretary Power Irfan Ali,…
Senate discusses election rigging, enforced disappearances
Upper House passes resolution to criminalise enforced disappearances Discussion on ‘rigging’ postponed till Friday owing to lack of quorum 6, 450 Pakistanis imprisoned in Gulf countries ISLAMABAD: After agreeing to hold a debate…
Gwadar, Chahbahar ports to strengthen ties with Iran: Achakzai
QUETTA: Balochistan Governor Muhammad Khan Achakzai said that strong links between Gwadar and Chahbahar ports would strengthen the trade and cordial relations between Pakistan and Iran, reported a local English newspaper. Speaking at…
Gwadar Port symbol of development, prosperity
ISLAMABAD: The developed infrastructure under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is bringing stimulus to the Pakistani economy, creating jobs and improving business by starting a constructive process. This was stated by Pakistan Television…
Ahsan says infrastructure uplift being done in Gwadar
Minister says federal govt working to bring revised curriculum in all provinces ISLAMABAD: Minister for Interior Affairs Ahsan Iqbal on Sunday said that major infrastructure development was being done in Gwadar and several…