Gwadar port: Businessmen hail commercial operations

The business community has welcomed the commencement of commercial operations and the availability of modern facilities at Gwadar Port. President of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Jeehand Hoth and General Secretary Khalid Saif termed the port’s full operationalisation a major milestone for the regional economy. In a joint statement, they said that the details shared by Chairman Gwadar Port, Noor-ul-Haq Baloch, clearly demonstrate that Gwadar Port is now fully prepared to handle international trade. The availability of modern cranes, efficient operations, RO-RO services, the WEBOC online clearance system, and robust security arrangements will significantly boost investor confidence. They highlighted Gwadar’s strategic geographic importance, stating that its direct access to Gulf countries, Central Asia, and global markets positions it as a natural gateway for trade. With cost-effective and efficient logistics, Gwadar is poised to become a central hub of Pakistan’s economy.