Inauguration of New Gwadar International Airport set for Dec 30

The New Gwadar International Airport is set to be inaugurated on December 30 with the Pakistan International Airline operating its first commercial flight.

The inauguration date was set on the directives of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif.

In this regard, a meeting took place between the PIA and the Airports Authority to finalise key operational matters.

The report stated that PIA will deploy staff and essential equipment, including check-in systems, in the coming days to ensure smooth operations from day one.

The airport is constructed with the $246 million in investment from China. It is expected to boost trade and tourism in the region.

For the first year, no fees will be charged to PIA, a gesture aimed at promoting operational stability.

The airport is capable of accommodating all types of large aircrafts.

The airport is expected to significantly boost trade and economic development in the region, positioning Gwadar as a key hub for commerce and connectivity.