Pakistan, June 19 -- Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Wednesday underscored the Global Development Initiative (GDI) as a symbol of connectivity, coastal development, and regional integration, reaffirming Pakistan's strong support for the vision initiated by Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Speaking at the curtain-raiser ceremony of the Global Development Initiative (GDI) Group, the minister termed it an honour to address a platform that embodies a new era of international cooperation and inclusive progress.
He highlighted Pakistan's strategic advantage, stating, "With over 1,000 kilometers of coastline and key ports like Karachi, Port Qasim, and Gwadar, Pakistan stands as a natural hub for trade and en...